Tiny blood fragments play a big role in heart disease
Scientists at New York University have made an important discovery about platelets—the tiny pieces of cells in our blood.
Most people know platelets as the...
Popular blood pressure drug may raise risk of sudden cardiac arrest
A new study has raised concern about a common medicine used to treat high blood pressure.
The research shows that this medicine might increase the...
How high blood pressure harms your kidneys and heart
High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is often called a “silent killer” because it usually has no obvious signs or symptoms. Even though...
Medical marijuana may increase risk of heart rhythm disorders
A new study from Gentofte University Hospital in Denmark has found that using medical marijuana to treat long-term pain might slightly raise the risk...
Treating gum disease may prevent heart attack, stroke
A new study has found that treating severe gum disease might do more than protect your teeth—it could also help prevent serious heart problems...
How helpful blood vessel cells can turn harmful in heart disease
Heart disease is the number one cause of death in many places, including the United States. In fact, about one out of every four...
Treating gum disease may lower risk of heart attacks and strokes
A new study has found that treating severe gum disease might do more than protect your teeth—it could also help prevent serious heart problems...
Heart attacks may increase risk of epilepsy in older adults, study finds
Older adults who suffer a heart attack might have a higher chance of developing epilepsy later in life, according to a new study published...
How Alzheimer’s may disrupt the body’s metabolism and harm the heart
New research from Houston Methodist reveals that Alzheimer’s disease might do more than affect memory—it may also disrupt how the body manages energy and...
This skin problem may raise the risk of serious heart problems
Psoriasis is often seen as just a skin condition, but new research shows it could have much deeper effects on the body—especially the heart.
A...