High blood pressure alone can damage kidneys, study finds
A new study from the Medical University of Vienna shows that high blood pressure on its own—without other health problems like diabetes—can cause early...
Heart failure tied to faster mental decline, study finds
More than six million Americans live with heart failure, and a new study shows that these individuals are more likely to experience faster mental...
This daily habit effectively prevents heart disease, high blood pressure
The American Heart Association (AHA) has released a new statement encouraging doctors to help patients with slightly high blood pressure or cholesterol become more...
Surprising side effects of cholesterol-lowering medications
Doctors often give people medicine to lower their cholesterol in order to prevent serious health problems like heart disease, high blood pressure, and diabetes,...
Why women should ce cautious about this blood pressure drug
A new study from the University of Bologna has revealed that women taking beta-blockers for high blood pressure may face a higher risk of...
Super yeast boosts production of heart-healthy omega-7 fatty acid
Scientists in China have created a special yeast strain that can produce large amounts of palmitoleic acid—an omega-7 fatty acid known for its health...
New hydrogel could help treat heart defects
Scientists from UC San Diego, Georgia Tech, and Emory University have found that an injectable hydrogel can reduce damage to the right side of...
Warning signs of artery blockage in the heart
Artery blockages in the heart, also called coronary artery disease, happen when the blood vessels that bring oxygen and nutrients to the heart become...
Eggs cleared of cholesterol blame in new heart study
For years, eggs have had a bad reputation for raising cholesterol and increasing the risk of heart disease.
But new research from the University of...
Some diabetes drugs may raise heart disease risk
Type 2 diabetes is a growing health issue. It happens when the body can’t use insulin properly, leading to high blood sugar levels.
Doctors usually...