
Statins May Not Cause Muscle Pain
Some people stop taking these drugs because they believe statins cause muscle aches and pains. But some research indicates their beliefs might not be true.
Eating steak doesn’t lead to a heart attack. But doughnuts might get you there, cardiologists say. Here’s what you should know about saturated fats versus carbs.
You hear about it all the time, but what is high blood pressure? If your blood pushes too hard against artery walls, you may be at risk for stroke or heart attack.
Early signs of heart disease aren’t always obvious. If you have risk factors, it’s especially important to get symptoms checked out if you’re not sure.
We need our blood to clot so we stop bleeding, but in some cases a blood clot is life-threatening. Know the signs that you need to seek help.
The carotid arteries on each side of your neck carry blood and oxygen to your brain. Carotid artery disease can cause blockages, raising your risk for stroke.
Act fast if you experience any possible heart attack symptoms. Fast treatment can not only save your life but also help prevent heart damage, too.
If you’re at risk for heart trouble, be sure to make good sleep a priority. Good — and bad, or lack of — sleep affects your health over time.
When the pressure in the blood vessels leading from your heart to your lungs is too high, you may feel tired. This is called pulmonary hypertension.
When blood flow to your heart is restricted, you might feel squeezing, heaviness, tightness, pressure, or pain. This could be a symptom of coronary artery disease.
When someone dies suddenly, a dangerous heart arrhythmia called ventricular fibrillation (VF) is often the cause. Recognizing the signs of VF can save lives.
For every daily serving of red meat, your risk for heart disease increases. But swapping beans, nuts, and soy foods for red meat can protect your heart.
Cardiomyopathy refers to several types of heart muscle damage. Early detection is important because cardiomyopathy can sometimes be life-threatening.