Some mental diseases could double heart disease death risk
In the United States, someone dies from heart disease every 34 seconds.
Nearly half of the population suffers from some form of cardiovascular disease (CVD),...
Why caring for your heart could lower cancer and dementia risk
Taking care of your heart doesn’t just protect you from heart attacks and strokes—it helps your entire body stay healthier and stronger.
A new study...
Daily yoghurt may help lower high blood pressure, study finds
If you enjoy a scoop of yoghurt in the morning or as a quick snack during the day, here’s some good news: it might...
First reference charts for arterial stiffness in youth
An international research team has created the first set of reference charts to measure blood vessel stiffness in healthy young people.
This important step could...
Why can beetroot juice help lower blood pressure in older people
The blood pressure-lowering effect of nitrate-rich beetroot juice in older people may be due to specific changes in their oral microbiome, according to the...
Study shows one drug may be enough after heart surgery
When people have serious heart conditions, doctors often perform a special procedure called percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) to open up clogged heart arteries.
After this,...
Medical marijuana may raise risk of dangerous heart rhythm disease
Medical marijuana is becoming more popular for treating long-term pain caused by illnesses like cancer, arthritis, and nerve problems.
But a new study from Gentofte...
Mental health issues can damage heart attack recovery
After a heart attack, many people go through emotional struggles such as depression, anxiety, stress, or even post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
These mental health challenges...
Predictable music phrases could help control blood pressure, study finds
Music has long been known to move us emotionally, but new research shows it may also help regulate our bodies.
A study presented at the...
Goodbye cuffs? New light technology could transform blood pressure monitoring
Imagine checking your blood pressure as easily as glancing at a smartwatch—without the squeeze of a cuff. That future may be closer than we...