Heart disease may quietly damage the brain before symptoms appear, study finds
A new study has found that people with coronary artery disease (CAD) may experience changes in their brain's white matter before any signs of...
New therapy could reverse heart damage caused by cholesterol
A group of international scientists has made a major discovery that could change how we treat heart disease.
They found that cholesterol not only clogs...
A simple test for breast cancer may also predict heart disease
Every year, millions of women go for a mammogram to check for early signs of breast cancer. A mammogram is a simple X-ray of...
6 best breads for people with heart disease
Heart disease is a serious condition that affects millions of people worldwide.
One of the most significant risk factors for heart disease is a diet...
3 grams of omega-3s a day keep high blood pressure at bay
In a study from Macau University of Science and Technology, scientists found about 3 grams daily of omega-3 fatty acids, consumed in foods or...
People with lower levels of ‘bad’ cholesterol have higher diabetes risk
A new study from researchers at the University of Naples "Federico II" has found that people with lower levels of LDL cholesterol—the type often...
This weight loss drug can help prevent heart disease
A major new study has found that a drug called semaglutide can greatly improve heart health in people who are overweight or obese—even if...
This diabetes drug may help keep aging blood vessels healthy
As we get older, our bodies go through many changes. One big change happens inside our blood vessels.
These vessels become harder and don’t work...
This common vaccine may help prevent heart attacks and strokes
Shingles is a painful skin condition that many people may not know can lead to other serious health problems.
It’s caused by the same virus...
Even just a few cigarettes a day can quietly damage your heart for decades
Many people believe that only heavy smokers are at serious risk of developing heart disease or dying early. Some people even think that smoking...