An antibiotic commonly prescribed for bronchitis and sinus infections may increase the risk of death from heart problems, but only for people with certain risk factors, a new study suggests. The study ...

SALT LAKE CITY — During Heart Health Month, expectant mothers need to be aware that pregnancy can put significant stress on the cardiovascular system, with pregnancy-related deaths more than doubling ...

Here are the early warning signs of an irregular heartbeat, including fast, slow, or skipped beats, and when it may signal a ...

Although you may not think of children when you imagine someone with heart problems, congenital heart defects are actually the most common birth defect in the U.S., occurring in about 1% of births.

Melatonin supplements may not be the harmless sleep solution millions believe them to be. A sweeping new study tracking more than 130,000 adults with insomnia has uncovered troubling connections ...

Artificial intelligence (AI) trained on images from routine breast screening appointments could help predict heart problems in women, a study has found. Experts suggest the technology could offer a ...

(This is an excerpt of the Health Rounds newsletter, where we present latest medical studies on Tuesdays and Thursdays.) By ...

What Is Rybelsus, and Why Does It Matter? Rybelsus (semaglutide) is a once-daily pill used to help lower blood sugar in adults with type 2 diabetes (T2D). It belongs to a group of medicines called GLP ...

Nearly half of adult women in the United States live with some form of heart disease, and it’s also the leading cause of death. And while men also have high rates of cardiovascular problems, the risk ...

Share on Pinterest Cardiovascular and metabolic health are intrinsically linked, with diabetes and kidney disease as major risk factors for heart disease. PER Images/Stocksy A new report suggests that ...

A simpler alternative to open heart surgery is gaining popularity, but some find ​their new valves don’t last as long as they ...

Medically reviewed by Suzanne Fisher, RD Key Takeaways Sardines are rich in omega-3 fatty acids, which can help lower ...