How gum disease could be harming your heart health
A growing number of studies suggest that gum disease may be linked to serious heart problems.
These problems include heart attacks, strokes, irregular heartbeats, heart...
Why heart disease is so often undiagnosed in women
As a cardiologist, I see it happen far too often: women come to us later than they should, sometimes after weeks or even months...
Is your heart on holiday overdrive? Cardiologist warns of seasonal heart risks
Twinkling lights, family gatherings and holiday cheer often come with indulgent meals and celebratory drinks.
But cardiologists at Houston Methodist are sounding the alarm on...
Healthy heart habits help cancer survivors live longer, study finds
A new study from Italy shows that healthy habits that protect your heart can also help people live longer after a cancer diagnosis.
This means...
How sleep protects your heart health
Sleep does much more than make you feel rested. It plays a big role in keeping your heart healthy. Good sleep is one of...
How high blood sugar quietly feeds cavities and gum disease
People living with type 2 diabetes often face many health challenges, but problems with teeth and oral health are rarely talked about in detail.
Dentists...
Can smartwatch monitor your blood pressure?
Smartwatches, rings, and other wearable devices are becoming more common, and many of them now say they can measure blood pressure without using the...
How to be safe when you are having a heart attack alone
Imagine you are alone and suddenly feel a strong, heavy pain in your chest. The pain spreads to your arm or even your jaw....
Surprising benefits and side effects of cholesterol drugs
Cholesterol is a fatty substance that travels through our blood. Our bodies actually need some cholesterol to stay healthy.
It helps build cell walls and...
Untreated sleep apnea can speed up heart aging and early death
A new study has shown that people with untreated obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) may face serious long-term health risks, including faster heart aging and...