“There is evidence, from other studies, that bereavement and grief lead to a range of adverse responses including changes in blood clotting, blood pressure, stress hormone levels and heart rate ...

MarinHealth Medical Center had the most “high performing” ratings among 13 other medical facilities in the North Bay, ...

Thousands of microplastics so small they can penetrate deep into the lungs are in the air you breathe in your home and car, a ...

ABC News' Dr. Tara Narula breaks down whether you can outrun genetics when it comes to heart attack and stroke risk, as nearly 30% of people have a family history of heart disease.

New research finds even a few minutes of daily activity—like housework or errands—can cut heart attack and stroke risk by up ...

While Eli Lilly’s diabetes blockbuster was non-inferior to its older incretin therapy Trulicity in a highly anticipated Phase III cardiovascular outcomes trial, analysts had hoped for statistical ...

Sex can temporarily lower your blood presssure following orgasm. Frequent sex can have a longer lasting effect, lowering the risk of hypertension and heart disease.

Cambridge scientists have developed and tested a new drug in mice that has the potential to reduce damage to the brain when blood flow is restored following a stroke.

A recent study reveals that inconsistent bedtimes, even with sufficient sleep, elevate the risk of heart attack and stroke by 26%. Irregular sleep dis ...

A study of 14,100 adults finds the average heart age is 4 to 7 years older than their actual age, prompting development of a risk calculator for cardiovascular health.

A SUPPLEMENT derived from freshwater can reduce the risk of a ‘silent killer’ condition, say scientists. Left untreated, the condition can increase the risk of heart attack and stroke.