How cholesterol-lowering statin drugs improve blood vessel health
A recent study sheds light on the beneficial effects of statin medications beyond their cholesterol-lowering properties.
Statins, widely prescribed to reduce cholesterol levels, have long...
Heart attacks linked to faster cognitive decline over time
New research, published in JAMA Neurology, reveals a connection between experiencing a heart attack and subsequent cognitive decline in the years following the cardiac...
Inflammation links sleep loss with heart disease, study finds
Recent research has shed light on how disrupted sleep patterns contribute to the development of atherosclerosis, a condition characterized by the buildup of fatty...
Social isolation can harm people in heart failure, study finds
A recent study conducted by Mayo Clinic researchers in a rural region of southeast Minnesota sheds light on the impact of social risk factors...
Scientists unlock the genetics of high blood pressure
High blood pressure, a big risk factor for heart disease, poses not only health challenges but also substantial financial burdens on healthcare systems.
The annual...
Acupuncture is a safe and beneficial option for heart surgery recovery
After heart valve surgery, many patients experience pain, nausea, stress, and anxiety. A recent study, published in JTCVS Open, suggests that acupuncture can help.
This...
What to eat and to avoid for healthy cholesterol levels
Cholesterol is a fatty substance found in our bloodstream. While our bodies require some cholesterol for proper functioning, excessive levels can lead to health...
Scientists find a big breakthrough in heart disease treatment
Atrial fibrillation, often referred to as AFib, is a heart condition characterized by irregular and sometimes rapid heartbeats.
This irregular rhythm can lead to the...
Treating heart valve disease: What are your options?
Millions of Americans – around 2.5% of the population – have heart valve disease. This happens when one or more of the heart’s four...
Avid runner was having a heart attack – and then his heart stopped
After a busy day at his law office, Stuart Katz sat down for dinner with his wife at their home in Woodbridge, Connecticut.
He ate...