Heart Health

This is the right blood pressure target for people over 60

Managing blood pressure is essential for staying healthy, especially for those over 60. Blood pressure, the force of blood pushing against artery walls, is...

The best diet for a healthy heart after 50

A new study has shed light on a crucial question for people over 50: What is the best diet to keep your heart healthy...

How vitamin D helps control high blood pressure

When we think about vitamin D, we usually associate it with strong bones and a healthy immune system. But this "sunshine vitamin" does much more...

How the virus behind COVID-19 can harm your blood vessels and your heart

It started as a respiratory illness – or so everyone thought. But it quickly became apparent that SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, was...

What to do if you’re having a heart attack alone

Imagine you’re by yourself, and suddenly you feel a crushing pain in your chest. It spreads to your arm or jaw. You suspect it’s...

These widely used drugs may increase risk of heart rhythm disorders

New research has found a troubling connection between anabolic steroids—substances often used to build muscle—and a higher risk of developing a serious heart condition...

Naturally lower your blood pressure after 50

High blood pressure, also called hypertension, is a common health issue for people over 50. It increases the risk of heart disease, strokes, and...

Research finds a safer and more effective treatment for heart disease

A recent study by the Cardiocentro Ticino Foundation has revealed that P2Y12 inhibitors are more effective at reducing the risk of heart attacks and...

This blood pressure drug is linked to higher risk of sudden cardiac arrest

A recent study has raised concerns about nifedipine, a commonly prescribed medication for high blood pressure and chest pain. The research reveals that high...

A safer way to avoid heart attacks and strokes

A new study by the HealthPartners Institute has shown that people enrolled in a telemonitoring program to manage high blood pressure were about half...