Research shows surprising harmful effects of cholesterol-lowering drugs
Doctors often prescribe cholesterol-lowering drugs to protect against heart disease, high blood pressure, diabetes, and other health issues that become more common as we...
Lowering blood pressure in diabetes patients can strongly reduce heart disease risks
People with type 2 diabetes are at a higher risk of heart attacks, strokes, heart failure, and death due to cardiovascular disease. A recent...
College pals gathered in a remote cabin. When one went into cardiac arrest, another...
When Tyson Yeck rolled up to Max LeeKwai's remote cabin about an hour north of Portland, Oregon, he was ready to win.
Yeck, LeeKwai and...
Good food for a healthy gut and heart after 50
What we eat plays a major role in keeping us healthy, especially as we age. For people over 50, maintaining both gut and heart...
Scientists find big cause of heart disease and inflammation
Heart disease, a leading cause of death in Western countries, often refers to a condition called atherosclerosis. This disease is characterized by the buildup...
How a common sedative drug could damage the heart at night
Midazolam is a widely used sedative that helps patients feel calm or sleepy before surgery. It’s so effective that most people don’t even remember...
Uncommon signs of cognitive decline everyone needs to know
Cognitive decline is often associated with well-known symptoms like memory loss or confusion.
However, some less obvious signs may also indicate changes in brain health,...
These three heart problems strongly increase dementia risk
Three common heart conditions—heart failure, atrial fibrillation, and coronary heart disease—are closely linked to cognitive decline and a higher risk of dementia, according to...
The hidden dangers of untreated high blood pressure after 50
High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is often called the "silent killer" because it can cause serious harm without obvious symptoms.
After the age...
How of regular exercise benefits your heart and gut health after 50
Staying active becomes increasingly important as we age, especially after 50, when our bodies undergo significant changes. Among the many benefits of exercise, two...