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Quitting smoking after a cancer diagnosis can deliver a big payoff for another major health concern: the risk of heart attack or stroke.
Cancer patients who kept smoking had a nearly doubled risk of either of those emergencies, as well as death from cardiovascular disease, new research showed.
“A cancer diagnosis is an extremely stressful life event, which often leads to significa...
It's standard for heart attack survivors to take beta blocker medications for years afterward, but a new study suggests that may be unnecessary for people who've had a milder heart attack.
Researchers found that among heart attack survivors whose hearts still had normal pumping ability, there was no added benefit from using beta blockers for more than one year. They were no less lik...
Women who have a heart attack at a younger age tend to have worse outcomes and are more likely to return to the hospital than their male counterparts.
More significant underlying risk factors could be why, according to new research.
Researchers called for greater public awareness around heart attacks in young women, including the unique symptoms they experience and the care they nee...
Millions of middle-aged folks may be walking around with no symptoms of heart disease, and yet they still face a higher risk for a heart attack, new research shows.
What gives? Subclinical or silent heart disease may be responsible. This is the early thickening or hardening of the heart arteries that can worsen over time and cause crushing chest pain, known as angina, or even a heart...
Flu kills more than 500,000 people globally each year and leads to heart problems for many others. Publicizing those potential cardiac ills may spur folks to get their annual flu vaccine, researchers say.
Danish researchers who studied vaccination messaging methods said the two best ways to get people to roll up their sleeves were either a simple reminder or by noting the link between con...
After a heart attack, home rehab can literally be a lifesaver, a new study finds.
Taking part in a home-based cardiac rehabilitation program lowered the risk of dying from heart complications by 36% within four years, compared with patients who were not in a rehab program, researchers report.
"Cardiac rehabilitation programs save lives," said lead researcher
Folks who have trouble falling or staying asleep may be more likely to have a heart attack.
This is the main takeaway from new research linking insomnia to heart woes. Specifically, people with insomnia were 69% more likely to have a heart attack than folks without the sleep disorder. These rates were even higher among people with both diabetes and insomnia, the study showed.
“Ins...
Ambar Marcus didn't think anything of going to the follow-up ultrasound her doctor recommended around 22 weeks of pregnancy — until she noticed how long it was taking.
“The technician was a lovely lady who chatted with me the whole time, but I noticed it felt like a very long appointment,” Marcus, who lives in Silver Spring, Md., recalled. “This is definitely the longest echo I've...
Keeping your heart healthy has numerous benefits, including a reduced risk for coronary heart disease, stroke, heart attack and even
The holiday season is filled with to-do lists, but one should rise to the top: Take care of your heart.
Whether from stress, cold weather or falling out of good habits in terms of eating, sleeping and drinking, heart attack rates spike as much as 40% between Christmas and New Year's, according to cardiologist
As yet another winter blizzard barrels down on the U.S. East Coast, the the American Heart Association (AHA) is cautioning people to take care when shoveling snow, since the exertion and the cold can cause serious heart problems.
Many people, especially those who don't exercise regularly, may face an increased risk of a heart attack or sudden cardiac arrest after shoveling heavy snow, ac...
Liver disease can affect heart health and that includes even early forms of the disease, a new study reveals.
While it had previously been known that nonalcoholic fatty liver disease was associated with cardiovascular death, the relationship was poorly understood, said researcher Dr. Alan Kwan. He is a c...
People who've had a bout of shingles may face a heightened risk of heart attack or stroke in later years, a new, large study suggests.
Anyone who ever had chickenpox can develop shingles — a painful rash that is caused by a reactivation of the virus that causes chickenpox. About one-third of Americans will develop shingles in their lifetime, according to the U.S. Centers for Diseas...
The winter holidays are a time of celebrating and sharing precious time with family and friends, but they can also be deadly: More people die of heart attacks on Christmas Day than on any other day of the year.
Experts aren't certain what's behind that troubling fact, but they offer some suggestions to help ensure that you and your loved ones aren't among them.
"The holidays are a ...
Black adults who undergo a common procedure to open up clogged arteries are readmitted to the hospital more often than their white peers. They're also more likely to die in the years after treatment, a new study finds.
Researchers looked at how patients fared following balloon angioplasty and coronary stenting -- "one of the most common cardiovascular procedures performed in the U.S....
While dental and medical care are thought to be related, researchers wondered what impact oral care might have on a serious heart condition.
A University of Michigan team studied more than 2,000 patients who had a heart attack in 2017. The patients had either received periodontal care, dental cleanings or no or...
Research has linked heart disease to specific autoimmune diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis and lupus. Now, a huge study shows that autoimmune diseases as a group increase your chances of developing heart ills.
Autoimmune diseases such as psoriasis, multiple sclerosis, lupus erythematosus and type 1 diabetes occur when the body engages in friendly fire against its own organs, tissues, ...
A new smartwatch could be a key player in preventing heart attacks among people suffering from risky heart conditions, a new study claims.
Using the smartwatch to track their heart health, patients in a home-based cardiac rehab program were more than 20% less likely to land in the hospital t...
When gout flares up, the joint pain is often excruciating. But that's not the only worry tied to this common inflammatory arthritic condition.
A new British study warns that gout flares double the risk for heart attack or
When they suffer a heart attack, Black and Hispanic patients in the United States receive subpar care compared with white patients, new research reveals.
The study of more than 87,000 insured heart attack patients found that Blac...
Medically supervised exercise programs can do heart patients a lot of good, but few people of color take part in them -- regardless of income, new research finds.
The study, of more than 100,000 U.S. patients, found that while all were eligible for cardiac rehabilitation, only...
One year of testosterone therapy for men with low levels of the hormone does not appear to increase their risk for heart problems, British researchers found.
"We were unable to find evidence ... that testosterone increases risks of mortality or cardiovascular and/or cerebrovascular [heart and/or stroke] events in the short- to medium-term in men with low testosterone," said study leader D...
It's tempting to binge-watch TV shows, and it might be hard to get off the couch after just one or two episodes.
But it could be worth it.
Researchers calculated that if people committed to watching just under an hour of TV a day, 11% of coronary heart disease cases could be eliminated.
Thoug...
If you're poor and have a severe type of heart attack, the chance you'll live through it is significantly lower than that of someone with more money, new research shows.
The finding underscores the need to close a divide in health care that hits low-income people hard, said lead researcher Dr. Abdul...
Quitting smoking can give heart disease patients nearly five additional years of life without heart problems, according to a new study.
"Kicking the habit appears to be as effective as taking three medications for preventing heart attacks and strokes in those with a prior heart attack or procedure to open blocked arteries," said study author Dr. Tinka van Trier, of Amsterdam University Me...
When the world gets you down, go for a walk and make your heart happy.
Physical activity is one of the best ways to manage stress and boost your mood, while reducing your risk for
If you believe an occasional tipple is good for your heart, a new study may make you reconsider the notion.
Some previous research has suggested that light drinking may benefit the heart, but this large study concluded that any amount of drinki...
Millions of Americans use smartwatches or fitness trackers to check on their heart rate, but the accuracy may fall short for people of color, a new research review finds.
The analysis, of 10 published studies, found that in four of them, wearable devices were clea...
If your blood pressure spikes when you stand, you may be at increased risk for heart attack and stroke, Italian researchers warn.
"The results of the study confirmed our initial hypothesis - a pronounced increase in blood pressure from lying to standing could be prognostically important in young people with high blood pressure," said lead study author Dr. Paolo Palatini. He is a professor...
Your annual screening mammogram may do more than spot breast cancer early - it may give you a heads up on your heart disease risk, too.
Digital breast X-rays can also detect a build-up of calcium in the arteries of your breasts, an early sign of heart disease. These white ...
A healthy bank account pays dividends after a heart attack, with new research indicating severe financial strain increases survivors' risk of death.
Researchers analyzed data from nearly 3,000 people, 75 and older, whose health was tracked after they suffered a heart attack.
"Our research indicates the i...
People with serious mental illness have up to double the risk of heart disease, and should have their heart health monitored from a young age, a new study finds.
Specifically, those mental health issues are bipolar disorder, schizophrenia and schizoaffective disorder.
"Previous research has indicated that people diagnosed with a serious mental illness die 10-20 years earlier than t...
You don't need to run marathons or sweat it out on your indoor bike to boost your heart health.
This is the main message of a new study that found everyday household activities including dishwashing, gardening and cooking also count when it comes to helping older women reduce their risk for heart disease...
Young people with autism or attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) have a higher risk of dying early from a range of causes, a new research review suggests.
Researchers found that before middle-age, people with autism face higher-than-average rates of death from both "natural" causes, like heart disease, and "unnatural" ones, including accidents and suicide.
Meanwhile, unna...
Could a therapy used to treat chest pain ease the debilitating symptoms of long COVID?
Yes, claims a small but promising study that found it helped ease fatigue, shortness of breath and other symptoms in people who can't shake side effects that haunt them long after their original coronavirus infection.
As many as 50% of people who recover from COVID-19 may experience a constellatio...
Here are some numbers that could add up strongly in your favor.
If you're in your 70s and get 20 minutes a day of moderate to vigorous exercise, you may ward off heart disease in your 80s, new Italian research suggests.
In the study ...
Kids with heart conditions are more likely than their peers to have frequent cavities, toothaches or bleeding gums, a new U.S. government study finds.
Researchers found that of U.S. children and teenagers with heart conditions, 10% had only "poor" to "fair" dental health, as rated by their parents. That was twice the figure of kids without heart problems.
It's a concern in part, the...
Mobile health apps can help older Americans but only about four in 10 use them, and those most likely to benefit are least likely to take advantage of them, a new survey reveals.
Health apps monitor everything from calories and exercise to blood pressure and blood sugar to help users manage chronic conditions or achieve health goals.
"Now that most older adults have at least one mob...
New research supports the notion that COVID-19 can cause long-term heart problems.
The analysis of U.S. health data found COVID patients are at increased risk of heart complications for at least a year after infection.
Those complications include heart rhythm problems, inflammation, blood clots, stroke, coronary artery disease, heart attack, heart failure and death, according to fin...
Don't let a picture-perfect snowfall turn deadly.
Shoveling snow can cause heart attacks or sudden cardiac arrest in folks with heart conditions and even in those who are unaware that they have heart disease, the American Heart Association (AHA) warns.
"Shoveli...
Fewer Americans are dying prematurely from heart attack compared with years ago, but progress has stalled out in the past decade, new research shows.
For the study, the researchers examined 20 years of data on heart attack deaths among Americans under 65 -- deaths that are considered "premature."
The bigger picture looked good: Between 1999 and 2019, those deaths declined by 52%.
Shortness of breath in people with "long COVID" might not just be about the lungs -- it may indicate heart damage from the disease, new research suggests.
"The findings could help to explain why some patients with long COVID still experience breathlessness one year later, and indicate that it might be linked to a decrease in heart performance," explained study author Dr. Maria-Luiza ...
If you've had a heart attack or stroke, you might want to avoid ultra-processed foods, new research suggests.
The study found that a high intake of such foods significantly increases the risk of another heart attack or stroke, and it's more likely to be fatal. This was true even in people following what seems to be a heart-healthy diet.
Ultra-processed foods are made in part or enti...
About 4 in 10 stroke survivors who were smokers still puff away after their stroke, which puts them at increased risk for another stroke or heart disease, a new study shows.
"If you told a stroke neurologist that 40% of their patients don't have their blood pressure controlled or weren't taking their aspirin or their cholesterol-lowering medication, I think they would be very disappointed...
You might want to put the salt shaker down and pick up a banana.
Having less sodium and more potassium in your diet is linked to lower risk of heart disease, according to a new study involving more than 10,000 adults.
Prior observational studies had led to confusion about whether reducing current levels of salt in the diet might backfire, raising cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk, ...
Is there an ideal time to go to bed every night if you want to dodge heart disease?
Apparently there is, claims a new study that found hitting the sack between 10 and 11 p.m. may be the ideal time to cut the risk for cardiovascular trouble.
The finding may be worth heeding, since the researchers also found that going to sleep before 10 p.m. or at midnight or later might raise the ri...
Bypass surgery is slightly better overall than stenting to open blocked arteries in people with severe coronary artery disease, new research shows.
But decisions may still need to be made on a case-by-case basis: Stenting appeared more beneficial in some patients, particularly if they didn't have complex disease.
The findings should help guide decisions about which treatment is best...
A new study confirms that fish oil supplements may raise the risk of a common heart-rhythm disorder -- particularly when doses top 1 gram per day.
At issue are medications and supplements containing omega-3 fatty acids, which are naturally found in fish oil.
Fish is considered a generally heart-healthy food, but some studies have linked omega-3 in capsule form to an increased risk o...
If you are over 50 and you have high blood pressure or a health condition for which blood pressure control is essential, at-home blood pressure checks can avert medical emergencies.
The trouble is that too few of these people actually perform them, a new survey reveals.
"This poll shows that we have more work to do to encourage older adults with certain chronic health conditions to ...