Women face higher risk of death after heart surgery
A new study from the University of Michigan has found that women are more likely to die from complications after high-risk heart surgery than...
Widely used heart drugs may lower dementia risk in older adults
A study from the Karolinska Institutet in Sweden has found that some commonly used cardiovascular medications are linked to a reduced risk of dementia...
What your headaches might be telling about your blood sugar
Have you ever wondered why some people get headaches or migraines more often than others? The answer may lie in something deep inside us—our...
Who decides? How oncologists shape cancer patients’ final days
For cancer patients nearing the end of life, deciding whether to continue treatment or focus on comfort is deeply personal.
However, a new study from...
Where does health care money really go?
Health care costs in the United States have been rising for years, placing a heavy burden on many Americans. But where does all the...
Why sniffles and sneezes should make you think about heart health this allergy season
Most people probably would not connect seasonal allergies with their hearts. Itchy, watery eyes and stuffy noses, sure – but not cardiovascular issues.
Researchers are...
Watching less TV may lower heart disease and stroke risk
Limiting TV watching to one hour or less per day may help reduce the risk of heart attacks, strokes, and other blood vessel diseases,...
Why both blood pressure numbers matter — especially if you’re under 50
When you get your blood pressure checked, you usually hear two numbers: for example, 120 over 80. The first number, called systolic pressure, measures how hard...
Why vitamin B3 could help fight cancer
Scientists at the University of Minnesota have made an exciting discovery that could help improve cancer treatment. They found that a common vitamin —...
This nutrient is the unsung hero for lowering blood pressure
High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a very common health issue. If left untreated, it can lead to serious problems like heart attacks and...