Date: 2025/01/30 - 15:32

Regular Flossing Linked to Better Heart Health, Reduced Stroke, AFib Risk

Poor oral health could be a potential risk factor for cardiovascular disease. New research shows that good oral health habits, such as flossing, may reduce the risk of stroke and atrial fibrillation (AFib).

Date: 2024/12/22 - 10:00

Not getting enough magnesium could affect cardiovascular risk

Low magnesium levels are associated with a higher risk for several cardiovascular diseases, according to a recent review of the existing evidence.

Date: 2024/12/10 - 21:00

Pastries vs. sodas: Not all added sugars pose the same heart disease risk

Date: 2024/12/10 - 04:00

Occasional Sweets Won’t Raise Cardiovascular Risk but Sugary Drinks Can, Study Finds

New research suggests that consuming sugar-sweetened drinks may raise your risk of cardiovascular disease, while eating the occasional sweet treat will not.

Date: 2024/12/04 - 02:32

How a Surprising Diagnosis from My Cardiologist Led to Open-Heart Surgery

Healthline contributor and former editor David Mills shares how an annual checkup with his cardiologist resulted in a surprising diagnosis that required open-heart surgery.

Date: 2024/11/19 - 19:31

Sitting more than 10 hours a day may increase heart failure, death risk

Sitting for over 10 hours or more a day is significantly linked to future heart failure and cardiovascular death risk, a new study suggests.

Date: 2024/11/11 - 22:00

Just 1 Hour of Weekly Exercise May Lower AFib Risk, but More Is Still Better

New research indicates that 1 hour of moderate exercise per week can help prevent atrial fibrillation (AFib). While a small amount of exercise reduced AFib risk, study participants who exercised more reaped even greater benefits.

Date: 2024/11/11 - 14:32

Diabetes, Kidney Disease Could Raise Cardiovascular Disease Risk up to 28 Years Earlier

New research indicates that people with cardiovascular-kidney-metabolic syndrome may have a higher risk of developing cardiovascular disease up to 28 years earlier than people without the disease.

Date: 2024/11/05 - 02:24

She Had a ‘Wake-Up Stroke’ at 39. Here’s Why She’s Sharing Video of the Event

New York City teacher Krista Figari had a wake-up stroke at the age of 39 and video of the event was captured by a nanny cam in her apartment. Here’s why she’s sharing it.

Date: 2024/11/03 - 18:50

How Prioritizing Heart Health Could Lower Your Dementia Risk Later In Life

A new American Heart Association statement emphasizes the link between heart disease and cognitive decline. Prioritizing your heart health from childhood to midlife can help prevent dementia later in life.