Scientists reveal simple trick for a longer life
The simple activity was associated with a 24 percent risk reduction for all-cause mortality.
Scientific breakthrough could tackle depression and heart disease
Researchers in Finland have identified a "gene module" that contributes to the development of both diseases.
Racism may increase risk of heart disease
Exposure to racial discrimination during adolescence increased the risk of metabolic syndrome by 9.5 percent, researchers found.
Simple diet swap could save 750,000 lives a year
This affordable food swap could reduce deaths from coronary heart disease, stroke, diabetes and bowel cancer by as much as 2 percent by 2050.
Vaping may cause "substantial" heart failure risk increase
"More and more studies are linking e-cigarettes to harmful effects and finding that it might not be as safe as previously thought," researchers said.
Medicare gets big change
Wegovy, a weight-loss drug, has been approved for coverage for patients on Medicare who have a history of heart disease.
Ultra-processed foods linked to early death, mental disorders
The analysis drew on data from nearly 10 million people and found a 50 percent increased risk for anxiety and common mental disorders.
"Frequent" cannabis use linked to heart attacks and strokes
Studies show daily cannabis users have 25 percent higher odds of having a heart attack compared to non-users and a 42 percent higher risk of stroke.
Heart disease linked to eating too much protein
Isolated animal components like whey protein may be particularly problematic when it comes to our heart health.
Doctors reveal how vitamin may up heart attack and stroke risk
The findings raise questions about the mandated fortification of common foods with this nutrient.
Harvard cardiologist debunks three common myths about heart disease
"One important thing to remember is that many of risk factors for heart disease can be completely silent," Haider Warraich told Newsweek.
Harvard cardiologist reveals his daily habits for a healthy heart
What simple steps do experts take to reduce their risk of heart disease?
Dementia risk lowered by these six habits, study says
Combining these habits saw the most beneficial effects on the participants' dementia risk.
Teenage stress linked to health problems later in life
A poll of more than 35,800 American teens found that nearly half of them were stressed "all the time."
Blood test can reveal if you are at risk from organs aging prematurely
"We can estimate the biological age of an organ in an apparently healthy person" and predict "a person's risk for disease," a neurologist said.
Traditional Chinese medicine proves effective in modern clinical trial
The medicine is made from from various plants and animals, including such ingredients as scorpion and leech extracts.
My doctor read the wrong CT scan. Now I've lost custody of my kids
My time is spent in too many doctor's appointments to count.
Passenger resuscitates woman with no pulse for 90 minutes during turbulence
The doctor who saved the life of the woman who had suffered a cardiac arrest almost missed the flight the flight due to it being overbooked.
Scientists identify six foods we're not eating enough of
Studies have shown these foods can significantly reduce your risk of heart disease, but how much should we be eating?
Pro basketball player's death sparks COVID-19 vaccine conspiracy theories
Óscar Cabrera Adames, who died earlier this month, collapsed during a game in 2021 and subsequently blamed his health issues on having had a COVID-19 jab.
Woman found dead in front of husband's grave after suffering heart attack
Studies have shown that extremely upsetting events, such as the death of a loved one, may cause small arteries that transport blood to the heart to narrow.
Doctors guide heart surgery on little girl 1,500 miles away via video
The girl, 4, was born with a serious congenital heart defect that required surgery. But the highly complex operation was only available in a distant city.
Young woman suddenly dies in front of her parents during a family dinner
"She was the kind of person who would do anything to help anyone and was very loving and supportive of everyone," a friend of the deceased said.
Shocking moment pilot suffers cardiac arrest in Virginia airport
The incident took place at Richmond International Airport.
Forget fad diets. AI knows exactly what you should eat for your best health
The new science of nutrition promises customized dietary recommendations designed to keep you healthy and to ward off disease.
Man found breathing after paramedics pronounced him dead: Officials
Fire Chief Scott Ehlers said: "Upon notification of this incident, we immediately removed both fire medics from their normal duties."
Was Lisa Marie Presley's cause of death cardiac arrest? What we know
The singer-songwriter—the only child of rock 'n' roll legend Elvis Presley—died aged 54 on Thursday after being hospitalized earlier in the day.
Dermatologists Reveal the Health Secrets Hidden in Your Skin
From heart disease to poor diet to lifestyle, our skin can tell us a huge amount about our overall health.
Woman Born With Half a Heart Endures Over 200 Surgeries By Mid-Twenties
Jessica Manning, 29, of Auckland, New Zealand, was born with heart disease and half a heart and had to have open heart surgery at just 5 days old.
Scientists Build System That Allows Heart Disease Detection via App
Scientists used an AI model to help detect the difference between different types of heartbeat sounds.