Omega-3 may boost brain health in people with a common heart disease
Nov 12, 2019
Coronary artery disease increases risk for dementia, but omega-3 fatty acids may help, new research suggests.
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Millions unaware of common heart attack symptoms
Nov 12, 2019
More than 10 million adults in the United States don't know most heart attack symptoms or the best way to respond to them, a new study finds.
Kids with heart rhythm problems more likely to have ADHD, anxiety and depression
Nov 12, 2019
Children and teens with irregular heartbeats are more likely to have ADHD, anxiety and depression compared to their peers, according to new research.
High blood pressure common among black young adults
Nov 11, 2019
Despite high blood pressure levels, few young adults are being treated for the disease.
Flu shot may aid heart bypass recovery
Nov 11, 2019
People who received the flu vaccine before heart bypass surgery showed fewer signs of inflammation, researchers say.
E-cigarettes match traditional smoking in some heart risks
Nov 11, 2019
Two studies find e-cigarettes may be just as dangerous, or worse, for heart health than traditional cigarettes.
Have diabetes? Make sure to manage cholesterol, too
Nov 19, 2018
People who have diabetes should make sure their cholesterol is under control, and recent guidelines say that might mean taking a statin.
For caregivers of heart failure patients, challenges mount in rural areas
Nov 15, 2018
Living in a rural area increases the difficulty of caring for someone with heart failure, a new study finds.
Achilles tendon may be window into heart disease severity
Nov 15, 2018
For people with heart disease, the thickness of their Achilles tendon may be an indicator of heart attack risk, a new study suggests.
Coronary calcium test could help clarify heart disease risk – and control cholesterol
Nov 13, 2018
When a patient's risk for heart disease is unclear, a screening for calcium in the arteries can help doctors define a plan of action for reducing cholesterol and cardiovascular risk.