People with heart rhythm issues have higher dementia risk
A large population-based study in Europe has found that atrial fibrillation (AFib)—a common heart rhythm disorder—is linked to a significantly higher risk of dementia,...
What you should know about side effects of cholesterol-lowering drugs
Cholesterol is a fatty substance found in our blood. Even though it often gets a bad reputation, our bodies actually need some cholesterol to...
Common heart drugs may increase bleeding risk in some older adults
A new study published in JAMA has raised concerns about a possible risk linked to common treatments for atrial fibrillation (AFib), a condition that causes an...
Low walkability in neighbourhoods linked to higher risk of heart disease
New research from the European Society of Cardiology suggests that where you live—and how walkable your neighborhood is—can affect your risk of developing cardiovascular...
AI eye scan can help find heart disease and stroke risks
A new study has shown that artificial intelligence (AI) can help doctors detect the risk of heart attacks and strokes simply by scanning a...
Long-term use of depression drug may increase risk of sudden heart death
Sudden cardiac death (SCD) is a tragic and unexpected event that happens when the heart suddenly stops beating. It often occurs without warning, sometimes...
High-dose vitamin D supplements don’t lower heart disease risk, study finds
Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is the leading cause of death among adults over 65. At the same time, many older adults have low levels of...
Hormone therapy may help the heart in younger menopausal women
Many people don’t realize that menopause can have a big impact on a woman’s heart health.
As women age and go through menopause—the natural end...
Lower ‘bad’ cholesterol levels may lower risk of dementia, study finds
A large new study has found that people with lower levels of LDL cholesterol—commonly known as “bad” cholesterol—have a reduced risk of developing dementia,...
Early heart trouble linked to smaller brain volumes
People who show early signs of heart problems may also begin to experience changes in their brain that are connected to dementia—such as shrinking...