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Blood pressure and cholesterol in older adults with obesity now match normal-weight peers, thanks to medication use surging past 70% in some groups.
Heart disease prevention fails immigrant communities not due to lack of knowledge, but cultural, language, and structural barriers a new study reveals.
Heart disease kills one American every 34 seconds, and chest pain isn't always the warning sign; fatigue, jaw pain, and nausea matter too.
Traffic noise raises heart disease risk for 90% of NYC residents, with a new study linking road noise to 7.5% higher cardiovascular event risk.
Eating one cup of spinach daily cuts heart disease risk by 15% through nitrates that improve blood flow and lower blood pressure, new study finds.
Mesenteric ischemia cuts blood flow to intestines and can cause permanent bowel damage, but early diagnosis saves lives in this hidden emergency.
Nearly 90% of Americans have hidden cardiovascular-kidney-metabolic syndrome risk factors that amplify heart disease, stroke and kidney failure threats.
Experimental weight loss pill elecoglipron helped patients lose 10.5% of body weight in 6 months while lowering blood pressure and inflammation.
Higher urinary nitrate levels from dietary sources linked to 7.9% lower heart disease death risk in 6,000+ people with high blood pressure.
Pulmonary embolism can cause cardiac arrest within minutes, but recognizing sudden breathlessness and leg swelling can save your life.
Hypertension affects up to 40% of Latin American adults, yet most cases go undetected; a 2026 consensus outlines urgent steps to close the treatment gap.
Coordinated specialist care dramatically reduced cardiac sarcoidosis symptoms in one patient, turning severe fatigue and heart failure into restored.
Scientists found 38 genetic variations predicting amputation risk in peripheral artery disease, potentially preventing thousands of yearly limb losses.
Lupus nephritis damages kidney filters through autoimmune attacks, potentially requiring transplant as early detection remains crucial for prevention.
Scientists have discovered that blood vessels throughout your entire body age together as a unified system, linking heart disease, stroke, kidney disease, and...
A hidden genetic cholesterol risk called Lp(a) affects one in five people and increases stroke risk by 64%, but a simple blood test can detect it.
A decade of research shows ultra-processed foods increase cardiovascular disease risk by up to 19% and heart death risk by 65%.
A major study of 460,000 people found that both very low and very high resting heart rates increase stroke risk, with the safest range around 60-69 beats per...
Researchers developed a DNA therapy that reduces bad cholesterol by 47% without statin side effects, targeting a key protein that controls cholesterol levels...
Repatha, a newer cholesterol-lowering injection, helps patients who can't tolerate statins due to muscle and joint pain.
Heavy legs are often caused by venous hypertension, a condition where faulty vein valves trap blood in your lower legs.
New American Heart Association guidelines categorize pulmonary embolism by severity, helping doctors decide who needs hospitalization and advanced treatment.
Whole body vibration training improves blood flow and circulation when used correctly, but improper settings can trigger dizziness, headaches, and...
Black pregnant women have twice the stroke risk of white counterparts, and preeclampsia raises future heart disease risk threefold.
Oligomeric proanthocyanidins (OPCs) found in grape seeds and pine bark show promise for strengthening blood vessels and reducing cardiovascular risk.
Researchers identified DYRK enzymes as powerful regulators of heart disease progression.
mRNA medicine, the technology behind COVID vaccines, is now being tested to treat cardiovascular disease, the world's leading cause of death.
Leg pain while walking isn't just discomfort; it could indicate peripheral artery disease, a condition that increases heart attack and stroke risk by 6 to 7...
Varicose veins aren't just a cosmetic concern. They can signal serious circulation problems and lead to painful complications, including blood clots and...
Researchers discovered that cyclodextrin, a sugar-based compound, can dissolve cholesterol crystals in artery walls and reduce inflammation, offering hope for...
An NIH-funded study shows a coordinated care model reduced blood pressure by 15 mm Hg in low-income patients, with results suggesting a 10% reduction in heart...
