Jury still out on aspirin a day to prevent heart attack and stroke

The jury is still out on whether people at moderate risk of a first heart attack…

Blood pressure and cholesterol lowering drugs continue to improve survival after a decade

New research finds that blood pressure and cholesterol lowering drugs continue to improve survival in patients…

Security millimetre wave body scanner safe for patients with pacemakers and defibrillators

New research finds that body scanners used for security checks are safe for patients with pacemakers…

Short and fragmented sleep linked to hardened arteries

Results of a new study shows that sleeping less than six hours or waking up several…

Sleeping five hours or less a night associated with doubled risk of cardiovascular disease

New research finds that middle-aged men who sleep five hours or less per night have twice…

Finding the sweet spot of a good night’s sleep: Not too long and not too short

Researchers have found a sweet spot of six to eight hours sleep a night is most…

Four out of 10 patients with atrial fibrillation have unknown brain damage

A new study finds that four out of 10 patients with atrial fibrillation but no history…

Patients with high blood pressure unlikely to reduce salt

New research shows that patients with high blood pressure are relying solely on medication to reduce…

Deep forehead wrinkles may signal a higher risk for cardiovascular mortality

According to a new study, people who have lots of deep forehead wrinkles, more than is…

Long-term cooking with coal, wood, or charcoal associated with cardiovascular death

A new study finds that long-term use of coal, wood, or charcoal for cooking is associated…