‘Healthy’ supplements can increase heart attack and stroke risk, top US cardiologist warns
Another supplement that is gaining popularity for its benefits for the heart is CoQ10 supplements. These supplements claim…
Serum uric acid and the risk of major adverse cardiovascular events and death among older adults: a population-based prospective cohort study | BMC Geriatrics
Study source and population We used data from the Berlin Initiative Study (BIS), a population-based cohort study that…
Drinking soft drinks may fuel depression by altering gut bacteria
Researchers have uncovered a surprising link between everyday soft drink habits and mental health, revealing that even moderate…
Rising temperatures put older hearts in danger
As climate change fuels longer, hotter summers, new research shows that older adults’ hearts can’t keep up, exposing…
Heart diseases rising: ‘Lab-grown’ hearts and gene editing are the future, top American cardiologist reveals |
We’re familiar with lab-grown diamonds, but what about ‘lab-grown hearts’? It might sound like a scene from a…
Genetic testing pilot aims to catch a silent killer
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A potentially life-saving pilot program is launching in Bloomington, Illinois to…
Hurricane Sandy survivors face elevated heart risks long after the storm
New research shows that hurricane-related flooding does not just cause short-term damage; it can raise cardiovascular risks for…
Should you be taking daily aspirin for your heart?
It was once thought that taking daily aspirin was an effective way to prevent cardiovascular disease. But a…
Scientists reverse stroke damage with stem cell therapy
image: ©peterschreiber.media | iStock Scientists have achieved a significant breakthrough in stroke recovery, using stem cell therapy to…
Frequent soccer heading linked to alterations within the folds of the brain
In amateur soccer players, more frequent heading, or using the head to control or pass the ball, is…
Daylight saving time does not increase heart attack risk, study shows
Researchers report that springing forward or falling back does not lead to spikes in heart attacks, easing concerns…
Planetary health diet links to longer life and lower emissions
A large US-UK analysis shows that eating more plant-forward meals and fewer animal-source foods is associated with a…