Night traffic noise may quietly harm your heart health, study finds

A large new study suggests that the sound of traffic outside your home at night could be doing more than disturbing your sleep—it may...

Silent signs of heart disease in women you should never ignore

Many people think heart disease only affects men, but it is actually the number one cause of death for women too. The problem is, heart...

Older adults may be able to safely reduce blood pressure drugs

A new study from the University of Oxford suggests that some older adults who take medication for high blood pressure may be able to...

Could common blood pressure drugs harm your kidneys over time?

Scientists have found that using common blood pressure and heart failure medications for a long time might hurt the kidneys. These drugs, such as ACE...

New device can hide your heartbeat from radar surveillance

Imagine sitting at your desk during a normal workday. You log into your computer, unaware that a built-in sensing system could be tracking your...

Small change in daily food could save thousands of lives

Eating too much salt is one of the most common and overlooked threats to heart health. New research from France and the United Kingdom now...

Does drinking coffee raise your blood pressure?

Coffee is one of the most widely consumed beverages in the world. It has been linked to several potential health benefits, including a reduced risk...

Potassium-enriched salt can help control high blood pressure

A major health update from Australia’s National Hypertension Taskforce now recommends that people start using potassium-enriched salt to help lower blood pressure. This important announcement...

Cherry and blueberry juice could protect heart health

Scientists from the University of Central Lancashire and collaborating institutions have found that drinking Montmorency tart cherry and blueberry juice may help protect heart...

Black licorice linked to high blood pressure, study finds

Scientists from University of Rochester have reported potential health risks associated with consuming excessive amounts of black licorice. Licorice root contains glycyrrhizin, a natural compound...