Could sunshine lower blood pressure? Study offers enlightenment
Feb 28, 2020
Exposure to sunlight might lower blood pressure, according to a new observational study of dialysis patients, but hold on to your sunscreen.
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What heart patients should know about coronavirus
Feb 27, 2020
As the coronavirus known as COVID-19 spreads, people with cardiovascular issues should pay extra attention, experts say.
Slow and steady wins the race when it comes to heart-healthy exercise
Feb 26, 2020
Extreme exercise in people who are inactive or have undiagnosed heart disease can raise the risk of cardiac arrest, abnormal heart rhythm and heart attack, according to a new scientific statement.
Sugary drinks negatively impact these two risk factors for heart disease
Feb 26, 2020
Drinking 12 ounces of sugary beverages more than once a day may lower "good" cholesterol and increase triglycerides, a new study shows.
This meaty dish takes the fat out of Fat Tuesday
Feb 21, 2020
Celebrate Mardi Gras with a healthy twist on Louisiana jambalaya.
Earth-based or star-bound, heed these heart-healthy lessons from space
Feb 20, 2020
From John Glenn's first orbits to today, researchers have been studying hearts in space, and some lessons seem pretty clear.
Research opens new avenues to reduce foot, toe amputations
Feb 20, 2020
People at risk for amputations might be better identified and treated if microvascular conditions such as retinopathy are taken into account.
Cocoa may ease walking pain from peripheral artery disease
Feb 14, 2020
People with a condition that reduces blood flow from the heart to the legs got some relief after regularly drinking cocoa, new research finds.
Want to live longer? Get into the swing of golfing
Feb 13, 2020
Hitting the golf course at least once a month could lower the risk of death among older adults, according to a new study.
How a happy relationship can help your health
Feb 5, 2020
Loving relationships aren't just the stuff of candy hearts – they have significant influence on our physical health.