Two studies presented at the American Heart Association’s Scientific Sessions 2023 link mental health to heart health, showing that depression and anxiety can hasten the…
Research reveals that improper blood pressure measurement techniques could lead to millions being misdiagnosed with hypertension. The study showed significant discrepancies in readings taken in…
An analysis of more than 6,500 adults found a clear link between high cardiovascular health — as measured by the American Heart Association’s Life’s Essential…
As more people across the U.S. use marijuana for medical and recreational reasons, two new studies suggest its regular intake may damage heart and brain…
Medical experts highlight that the alterations in hormone levels and body composition associated with the shift into menopause may elevate the likelihood of heart disease…
In nationwide projections, elderly and black adults are most at risk for cardiovascular death due to extreme heat, finds a new study in the journal,…
The American Heart Association’s new scientific statement presents an overview of the existing research on the health implications of e-cigarette use and emphasizes the need…
Job strain and high efforts with low reward are psychosocial stressors that are each associated with heart disease risk and the combination was especially dangerous…
Prescriptions for free produce were associated with reduced blood pressure, blood sugar, and body mass index, finds a new study in Circulation: Cardiovascular Quality and…
A recent study has discovered a significant link between SARS-CoV-2 infection and the onset of high blood pressure among adults who already have heart conditions,…
Every additional alcoholic beverage may increase blood pressure over the years, finds a new analysis in the journal Hypertension. An analysis of data from seven…
A vaccine that targets inflamed brain cells associated with Alzheimer’s disease could possibly modify or prevent the disease, according to preliminary research. A novel vaccine…
A new study published in the Journal of the American Heart Association reveals that one-third of adults with Type 2 diabetes have increased levels of…
A new study reveals that historically redlined neighborhoods have higher rates of heart failure among Black residents, illuminating the lasting health impact of this discriminatory…
A recent study published in the Journal of the American Heart Association has revealed that on-the-job discrimination can have a negative impact on heart health,…
A new study in the journal Hypertension found that the type of estrogen-based menopausal hormone therapy for women had varying impacts on developing high blood…
A new scientific statement, co-authored by the American Heart Association, outlines best practices for building skills over time so kids can become lifesavers by middle…
Researchers show that supervised exercise therapy leads to a greater improvement in quality of life compared to medication for one of the most prevalent forms…