Category Archives: Heart Health

Heart disease risk in men is linked to higher testosterone levels and lower estrogen levels. Men often have higher incidences of heart disease than premenopausal women, but for a long time the reason behind it was not really understood. A study has found that testosterone and estrogen may play key roles in heart disease, especially ...click here to read more

Cardiovascular disease (CVD) and metabolic risks are linked to ADT in men with prostate cancer. Androgen deprivation therapy (ADT) is a treatment for prostate cancer, which is the most common form of cancer in men and is the second leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the U.S. Prostate cancer can be a slow process, but ...click here to read more

Although anyone can experience a stroke, a new study has found that women and minorities fare worse during stroke aftermath, compared to men and whites. Dr. Richard Libman, vice chair of neurology at Long Island Jewish Medical Center in New Hyde Park, said, “This study drives home the point that outcomes are worse in women ...click here to read more

Untreated obstructive sleep apnea raises the risk of high blood pressure that is resistant to medication. The study involved patients with cardiovascular risk factors or established heart disease and moderate or severe obstructive sleep apnea. The participants were prescribed one of three medications to treat hypertension, including a diuretic. The researchers found that resistant elevated ...click here to read more

Cardiac sarcoidosis raises arrhythmia and heart failure risk. Only a small number of people are affected by cardiac sarcoidosis, an inflammatory condition that can affect other organs as well. Cardiac sarcoidosis specifically targets the white blood cells in the heart tissue. These blood cells form clusters, which can then interfere with the heart’s electrical system, ...click here to read more

When it comes to our health, knowing the right numbers can mean the difference between healthy and unhealthy. Numbers play an important role in our overall health. Numbers can tell us the blood count, the bone density… Basically, anything health-related is associated with a number. When it comes to matters of the heart, there are ...click here to read more

Probiotics are a common remedy for stomach troubles but it turns out, probiotics can work wonders on your blood pressure, too, according to new research. Treatment could be as simple as daily doses of foods you may already have on hand. Australian researchers at Griffith University’s Health Institute and School of Medicine have found that eating ...click here to read more

When it comes to your heart health and reducing your risk of getting cardiovascular disease (CVD), it may be as easy as what you eat. In fact, new research suggests by incorporating whole grains into your diet, you’re highly benefiting your heart. According to research by the Harvard School of Public Health – published in ...click here to read more

Heart attack causes muscle inflammation and swelling in two waves within a week of heart attack. Current notion is that myocardial edema – heart swelling – only occurs once after heart attack, but the new findings challenge this common belief and suggest it occurs in two waves post-heart attack. The researchers of the study believe ...click here to read more

A new study has found another possible benefit from the flu shot – protection against atrial fibrillation (irregular heart beat), which is a risk factor for stroke. The study included 57,000 people from Taiwan. The researchers found a significant link between the flu shot and new cases of atrial fibrillation, compared to those who did ...click here to read more

Menopause is found to raise heart disease risk and is linked to more fat around the heart. The findings come from researchers at the University of Pittsburgh Graduate School of Public Health, where they found that menopausal women are at a higher risk for heart disease, compared to their pre-menopausal counterparts. The findings stem from ...click here to read more

Asthma patients face higher risk of pulmonary embolism and deep vein thrombosis. The findings were published in the European Respiratory Journal. Researchers looked at moderate to severe asthma sufferers and their risk of pulmonary embolism and deep vein thrombosis. Pulmonary embolism is a condition in which the main artery of the lung or the bronchi ...click here to read more

Blood pressure is a real concern for many Americans. Whether it’s too low or too high, either end of the spectrum can lead to serious health consequences. Stress is a large factor, which can contribute to your fluctuating blood pressure numbers, and that is why it’s so important to properly manage your stress if you ...click here to read more

Sickle cell disease in pregnant women may increase the risk of stillbirth and high blood pressure. A study published in Blood uncovered that pregnant women with sickle cell disease are at a higher risk of stillbirths and hypertension, compared to healthy pregnant women. The function of hemoglobin is to help carry oxygen around in the ...click here to read more