Aug 2, 2021
A new study suggests a second heart attack soon after the first one is often life-threatening, a potent reminder for doctors and patients to try to prevent them.
Jul 30, 2021
Dementia complicates recovery from heart and other health problems, limiting treatment options and raising challenges for families and health care providers.
Jul 29, 2021
Cardiovascular deaths related to atrial fibrillation appear to be on the upswing, according to a new study that points to the need for early detection and treatment in younger and older adults alike.
Jul 28, 2021
People who receive transplanted hearts from donors who used drugs survive just as long as those whose donors didn't use drugs, according to new research.
Jul 14, 2021
The past decade saw a staggering increase in people being hospitalized for methamphetamine-related heart failure in California, a new study finds.
Jun 23, 2021
Silent heart attacks can strike without causing alarm, as the symptoms can be confused with other ailments, such as indigestion or fatigue.
Jun 21, 2021
People with heart conditions or heart risk factors should be screened for sleep apnea and treated to prevent problems from worsening, according to an American Heart Association scientific statement.
May 25, 2021
Depression doubles the risk of premature death in people with heart disease. Experts urge treatment to safeguard mental health.
Apr 26, 2021
Hormone therapies are effective in treating breast and prostate cancers but can raise the risk for heart attacks or strokes, especially in people with other cardiovascular risk factors, a new report finds.
Apr 21, 2021
A mobile screening tool can detect irregular heart rhythms in American Indians, who are at high risk for the condition, known as atrial fibrillation.