"heart health"

Nearly half of the counties in the United States lack a practicing cardiologist, creating serious challenges for people needing specialized heart care.  This shortage is especially severe in rural areas, …

Given how prevalent heart disease has become in American society, and how many people die of heart ailments, the American Heart Association has come up with a list of seven …

Vegetables are the cornerstone of a healthy diet, but one stands out as the most nutrient-packed: watercress.  The CDC has named it the top “powerhouse” vegetable, giving it a perfect …

For years, cardiologists have taken a conservative approach to managing heart valve disease, especially for patients without symptoms.  Those with severe aortic stenosis, a condition that narrows the heart’s main …

A new study published in The New England Journal of Medicine shows that a single blood test can predict a woman’s heart disease risk up to 30 years in advance.  …

A new study shows that recreational drug users are three times more likely to experience repeated heart attacks or strokes compared to those who don’t use drugs. The study, conducted …

Maintaining a balanced diet is essential, but many Americans may be unknowingly undermining their efforts due to hidden sources of added sugar and saturated fat.  A recent study from Ohio …

The FDA has announced a nationwide recall of potassium chloride extended-release capsules due to a risk of heart attacks from improper dissolution.  Glenmark Pharmaceuticals and American Health Packaging are recalling …

Multivitamins, a daily ritual for nearly one-third of American adults, have long been touted as a key to longevity and better health.  Yet, a robust study by the National Cancer …

A comprehensive study published in the Journal of the American Heart Association, funded by the National Institutes of Health, unveils a stark reality: daily marijuana users are significantly more likely …