Air pollution linked to early signs of heart damage
Long-term exposure to air pollution may lead to early heart damage, according to a new study published in the journal Radiology.
Researchers found that fine...
Starting statins early reduces heart attack and stroke risk in people with diabetes
Statin medications are a safe, low-cost, and effective way to lower cholesterol and reduce the risk of heart attacks and strokes.
For patients with diabetes,...
Broken heart syndrome linked to high risks of death or complications
Takotsubo cardiomyopathy, also known as broken heart syndrome, is associated with a high rate of death and complications, and those rates were unchanged between...
Eating fortified eggs does not raise cholesterol
Many people avoid eggs because they worry about cholesterol and heart health, but a new study offers some reassurance.
Results from the PROSPERITY trial, presented...
What to do if you have a heart attack while alone
Imagine this: you're alone and suddenly feel a sharp, crushing pain in your chest. The pain spreads to your arm, maybe your jaw. You...
Cholesterol-lowering drugs can have unexpected side effects
Doctors often give cholesterol-lowering medications to help prevent serious health problems like heart disease, high blood pressure, and diabetes, especially as people get older.
These...
Warning signs of arterial blockage in the heart you need to know
When arteries in the heart become blocked, it's known as coronary artery disease (CAD).
This happens when the major blood vessels that supply the heart...
Cardio fitness lowers risk of early death, study finds
Regular exercise like running, cycling, or swimming could be the key to living a longer and healthier life.
New research from the University of South...
Less TV time may lower heart disease risk, even with diabetes genes
Watching less TV could help lower the risk of heart attacks, strokes, and other blood vessel diseases—even for people who have a high genetic...
Popular health guidelines may not prevent heart disease effectively
A leading researcher from Simon Fraser University is warning that global heart health guidelines may not work for everyone, especially for people living in...