Cardiovascular

Cigars Not a Safe Cigarette Alternative

Fri, 24 Apr 2015 01:01:00 +0000

There’s a common notion that cigars may be safer to smoke than cigarettes because they are often not inhaled. New evidence, however, suggests that cigar smoking may pose some serious health threats.

The Risks of Youth E-Cig Use

Thu, 23 Apr 2015 16:59:00 +0000

Experimenting is often how kids and teens learn. Experimenting with electronic cigarettes, however, may be risky.

Treating Troubled Sleep to Treat a Troubled Heart

Tue, 21 Apr 2015 21:14:44 +0000

Irregular breathing from sleep apnea has been linked to the irregular heart rhythm called atrial fibrillation. Treating sleep apnea, however, may lower the risk of atrial fibrillation happening again.

Weighing the Benefits of Statins

Mon, 20 Apr 2015 21:09:32 +0000

Cholesterol medication can be lifesaving for older patients, but that doesn't mean taking it is risk-free.

Strategies That May Keep Your Brain Sharp

Sun, 19 Apr 2015 22:05:04 +0000

Everybody gets older — not just the body, but also the brain. There are, however, some things you can do that may help keep your thought processes humming along despite the extra mileage.

An Aspirin a Day: Benefits and Risks

Sat, 18 Apr 2015 00:02:35 +0000

Aspirin use is surging among older adults. The question is whether that’s a good thing.

Even a Few Smokes a Day Can Raise Your Risks

Fri, 17 Apr 2015 14:18:55 +0000

If you think smoking just a few cigarettes a day keeps you free from the many risks of smoking, you may want to think again.

Diet Tips for Heart Patients

Thu, 16 Apr 2015 15:27:34 +0000

When it comes to eating heart smart, there can be a bit of a food fight. Diet experts continue to debate the healthiness of some foods, but certain choices seem to be clear heart-health boosters.

New Heart Failure Rx Approved

Thu, 16 Apr 2015 14:51:13 +0000

Heart failure patients may soon have a new treatment option.

Using Food Labels to Cut Back on Salt

Tue, 14 Apr 2015 18:55:51 +0000

If you're at risk of high blood pressure, you've likely heard these words from your doctor: "Watch your salt intake!" But how many Americans are effectively using food labels to help them cut back on salty foods?