My Opal Heart – New exhibition at Matawhero Art Gallery in Gisborne
Describing the title piece My Opal Heart, which portrays the many hues of an opal gemstone, she says…
Predictive power of C-reactive protein shifts based on cirrhosis or coronary disease
A new study reveals that the predictive power of key inflammatory markers, such as C-reactive protein, shifts fundamentally…
Hormone replacement therapy shows no rise in overall mortality
Menopausal hormone therapy (commonly known as hormone replacement therapy or HRT) is not associated with an increased risk…
Undiagnosed diabetes and kidney disease raise heart risk
Diabetes and kidney disease are major risk factors for heart disease, yet many cases are undiagnosed. In addition,…
Smartwatches and rings can track your heart — but your data may be sold
HOUSTON – February is American Heart Month, and many people are turning to wearable tech like smartwatches and…
Short-duration psychedelic therapy shows promise for major depression treatment
A controlled clinical trial suggests a fast-acting psychedelic approach may reduce depressive symptoms, but researchers stress careful interpretation…
Pecan Consumption Improves Cardiovascular Health and Diet Quality, New Review Shows
New research reviewing decades of nutritional studies suggests that pecans — rich in polyphenols, healthy fats, and fiber…
Healthy low-carbohydrate and low-fat diets may improve cardiovascular health
The quality of a low-carbohydrate or low-fat diet may matter more than the amount of carbohydrates or fat…
South Asian adults in the U.S. have higher prevalence of risk factors for heart disease
South Asian adults in the U.S. report doing many of the right things for heart health, yet they…
Review links betel nut addiction to cancer, heart disease, and metabolic risks
Widely used yet often underestimated, betel nut chewing poses significant health risks, and researchers continue to search for…
Defective fat cells drive metabolic disease in lipodystrophy
Many people may have a dim view of their fat tissue, yet scientists have come to recognize adipose…
AI stethoscope doubles detection of serious valve disease in primary care study
New evidence suggests AI-assisted auscultation may help clinicians detect hidden valvular heart disease earlier, potentially reshaping frontline cardiac…