Cardiovascular : Science World Report

Jun 29, 2015 07:07 PM EDT

Osteoporosis And Heart Disease: Coronary Heart Disease Linked To Bone Issues Among Elderly

New findings published in Osteoporosis International reveal a link between heart disease and osteoporosis.

Jun 15, 2015 03:58 PM EDT

Poor Sleep Increases Risk Of Stroke, Heart Attack

Findings presented at EuroHeartCare, the official annual meeting of the Council on Cardiovascular Nursing and Allied Professions of the European Society of Cardiology, reveal that not getting enough sleep can double the risk of heart attack and quadruple the risk of stroke.

May 27, 2015 04:53 PM EDT

Two Drinks A Day May Lead To Heart Damage In Older Adults

New findings published in the journal Circulation: Cardiovascular Imaging reveal that having more than two drinks a day could lead to significant heart damage in older adults.

May 27, 2015 01:28 PM EDT

PTSD In Veterans May Also Increase The Risk Of Heart Failure

New findings published in the American Journal of Public Health reveal that over 8,000 veterans living in Hawaii and the Pacific Islands are dealing with posttraumatic stress disorder, and nearly 50 percent risked developing heart failure over about a seven-year follow-up period when compared to pee...

Apr 09, 2015 07:10 AM EDT

Pesticides May Cause Heightened Risk of Cardiovascular Disease and Inflammation

Pesticide exposure may actually contribute to the risk of cardiovascular disease and inflammation in premenopausal women. A new study shows that pesticides may be more dangerous than thought.

Mar 25, 2015 02:03 PM EDT

Antioxidants Are The Key To A Healthy Chocolate: Here's Why

Could chocolate one day be healthier than the candy treat we're used to? Scientists are breaking down this sweet roasting process to see why we're losing some of the essential antioxidants along the way.

Mar 17, 2015 01:15 AM EDT

Belly Fat Higher In Older Adults Who Drink Diet Soda Regularly

Diet soda may not always be the healthier choice, according to recent findings published in the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society. Researchers found that adults 65 and older who drank it had an increased risk of belly fat that contributed to a greater risk of metabolic syndrome and cardiova...

Mar 02, 2015 11:48 PM EST

Drinking Coffee May Help Prevent Clogged Arteries

There's not doubt that coffee is a controversial, caffeinated beverage. There are both good and bad things to drinking this drink. Yet a new study published in the journal Heart show us that drinking at least three cups of coffee a day could help reduce the risk of clogged arteries.

Oct 18, 2013 01:14 PM EDT

Low Dietary Fiber May Increase Cardiovascular Risk

A recent study shows an increased risk between low dietary fiber intake and cardiovascular risk.

Oct 07, 2013 02:54 PM EDT

Pediatric Atrial Fibrillation Poses Rare, Serious Risks and Recurrence Rates

A recent study looks at how pediatric atrial fibrillation, a rare but serious health issue, has high recurrence rates.

Sep 23, 2013 12:02 PM EDT

After a Heart Attack: Repairing Damaged Cells

A heart attack can be a very traumatic event that doesn't end with the termination of the health issue, itself. In fact, as the blockage of blood flow to the heart can cause irreversible cell death and scarring, many that live through a heart attack will die within five years after.

Sep 01, 2013 03:52 PM EDT

Kicking the Habit: Active Smokers Show Higher Risk for Blocked Coronary Arteries

A study conducted through the European Society of Cardiology looked at past and active smokers and the negative impacts this made on participant's health.