Widely used diabetes drug may increase heart failure risk
Rosiglitazone, a drug from the thiazolidinedione class, has been used to help control blood sugar levels in people with type 2 diabetes.
However, a recent...
What is cardiac arrest? Why is it so deadly?
Cardiac arrest is when the heart stops abruptly with little or no warning.
It is often fatal. According to American Heart Association data, 9 out of...
Intermittent fasting is safe and effective for weight loss and heart health
A group of scientists has found that intermittent fasting, which involves limiting the hours of eating and extending the hours of fasting each day,...
Why blood pressure spikes at the doctor’s office: understanding white coat hypertension
Have you ever had your blood pressure checked at the doctor’s office and been surprised to see it higher than normal?
But when you measure...
Beware the snowstorm: Shoveling could trigger heart attacks, expert says
Walking in a winter wonderland may sound serene and peaceful, but shoveling your sidewalks to take that walk could quickly change delightful to deadly.
According...
Basking too long in a sauna may increase heat stroke risk
Prolonged use of saunas can pose serious health risks, including heat stroke, especially for individuals who are not adequately hydrated.
Doctors are highlighting these dangers...
When college senior’s heart stopped while playing basketball, help happened to be nearby
Until Jio Rodriguez was wheeled into the operating room for open-heart surgery last Valentine's Day, he'd never seen his brother Brian Rodriguez cry.
But February...
Scientists find new cause of heart disease and inflammation
Heart disease is one of the leading causes of death in Western countries. A common form of this condition is atherosclerosis, which happens when...
Aspirin use linked to increased heart failure risk
Aspirin is a widely used medication known for its ability to reduce pain, inflammation, and the risk of blood clots. However, a recent study...
Early heart protection in cancer treatment is vital, study finds
A cancer diagnosis often focuses attention on defeating the disease, but experts emphasize the importance of addressing heart health during treatment.
Specialists in cardio-oncology from...