Although the precise mechanism isn’t yet known, factors like sex chromosomes and hormones, particularly the protective effects of estrogen, may play a role.” Microplastics have become nearly ...

Key Takeaways Strong heart health means your heart and blood vessels, aka your cardiovascular system, are working efficiently ...

Heart disease remains the leading cause of death in the U.S., but your kitchen holds the ultimate defense. Discover the ...

A new study raises questions about how financial stress fits into cardiovascular health. Dr. Leana Wen explains what people can do to protect their hearts.

Heart disease remains the leading cause of death in the United States, but cardiologists agree that specific dietary choices ...

After a heart attack, elderly adults have better odds for improved health and survival if all major heart vessels are cleared, not just the one that caused the heart attack. Because these patients ...

Consuming nitrate-rich beetroot juice may help to lower the risk of heart disease in postmenopausal women, a study has found. Researchers at Penn State discovered that consuming beetroot juice daily ...

Scientists have known for some time now that the eyes can also help doctors see signs of non-eye-related health conditions. Through the blood vessels in the retina, eye doctors can detect signs of ...

The ion channel PIEZO2 doesn't just convey touch stimuli. It also plays a key role in the development of coronary vessels, a team led by Annette Hammes from the Max Delbrück Center reports in "Nature ...

A heart CT scan uses X-rays to create an image of the heart and blood vessels. Healthcare professionals may also refer to it as cardiac CT angiography. A CT scan is a noninvasive imaging procedure.

Cold weather significantly increases the risk of heart attacks. Find out who is most vulnerable in winter and the five ...