How gum disease bacteria could make heart attacks worse
Taking care of your teeth and gums might do more than just keep your smile bright—it could also help protect your heart. A new...
Lower “bad” cholesterol linked to lower risk of dementia, study finds
Keeping your "bad" cholesterol levels low may help protect your brain as you age, according to a new study published in the Journal of...
This starfish-inspired wearable could track heart health on the move
Scientists at the University of Missouri have created a new wearable device that can monitor heart health more accurately—even while you're moving—by taking inspiration...
Early pregnancy blood pressure may predict future hypertension risk, even without complications
A large new study has found that blood pressure patterns in the first half of pregnancy can help predict whether a woman will develop...
One gene, two different heart diseases—new study shows why
gene, show such different symptoms.
The research, led by Professor Stuart Campbell at Yale University, used lab-grown heart tissue to understand the differences between hypertrophic...
Study finds surprising link between alcohol, stress, and heart health
For years, people have heard mixed messages about alcohol and heart health. Some believe a glass of red wine can be good for the...
Wildfire smoke can increase heart attack risk, study finds
Wildfires are becoming more frequent and severe, raising concerns about their long-term health effects. A new study examining California wildfires has found that exposure...
Wealth and education deepen heart disease divide in the U.S.
A new study highlights a widening gap in heart disease risk across the United States, showing that wealth and education play a crucial role...
Marathon runner deaths from cardiac arrest cut in half, study finds
Running marathons is more popular than ever in the U.S., but a new study brings encouraging news: fewer runners are dying from cardiac arrest...
Researchers find big cause of plaque buildup in blood vessels
Heart disease is the leading cause of death around the world. In the United States alone, about one out of every four deaths is...