Key symptoms of congestive heart failure everyone needs to know
Congestive heart failure (CHF) is a long-term condition where the heart doesn’t pump blood as efficiently as it should. This inefficiency can cause fluid...
How sleep apnea affects heart health in adults over 50
Sleep apnea, a condition that disrupts breathing during sleep, affects millions of people worldwide, especially adults over 50. This condition is more than just...
Just two hours of exercise a week can bring you huge cardiovascular health benefits
There’s no question that exercise is good for the heart. Regular exercise lowers blood pressure and cholesterol and reduces the chances of having a...
Choosing the best drug for high blood pressure
High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a common condition that increases the risk of heart disease, stroke, and kidney problems. Luckily, there are many...
How coffee and green tea influence your heart if you have high blood pressure
A recent study has revealed that drinking two or more cups of coffee per day may double the risk of death from heart disease...
Wearable devices hold the future of health monitoring
Imagine a device that keeps track of your heart rate, sleep patterns, and even your stress levels—all while sitting comfortably on your wrist. Wearable...
Loneliness may increase your risks of heart disease, stroke, infections
A new study suggests that staying connected with friends and family can strengthen our immune system and lower the risk of diseases like heart...
A simple test for early heart disease detection
Heart disease is one of the leading causes of illness and death among older adults. Yet, many people don’t realize they have it until...
Stopping taking high blood pressure drugs may not increase heart attack risk
A recent study published in JAMA Network Open has found that stopping antihypertensive medications in long-term care residents does not appear to increase their risk of...
Simple diet changes to lower high cholesterol
High cholesterol is a common health concern that can increase the risk of heart disease and stroke. It happens when there’s too much bad...