Heart Health

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...

Surprising link between fatty liver disease and heart disease in slim people

Researchers at the University of Michigan have uncovered a surprising connection between non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) and heart disease in individuals with a...

How a shingles vaccine could prevent heart and brain diseases

Shingles is a painful skin condition that many people face as they grow older. It comes from the same virus that causes chickenpox. After...

Wearable heart sound devices may detect heart disease early

Cardiovascular diseases are a leading global health challenge, requiring innovative solutions to address their growing impact. Early detection and timely treatment are critical, but traditional...

Peripheral artery disease – the biggest killer you’ve probably never heard of

Imagine putting your socks on one morning and noticing your big toe, which has been painful for a few weeks, has started turning black....

At 31, she had a heart attack while cycling in the Rocky Mountains

For Carrie Lehtonen and two friends, a 60-mile bicycle ride in the Colorado Rockies was all in a day's fun. Sure, there would be...

When a cough could signal heart failure

When people think about heart problems, they often imagine symptoms like chest pain or shortness of breath. However, a persistent cough can also be...