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Jul 03, 2021 … BUFFALO, N.Y. — It’s not easy to be on your feet all day in your elder years, but the American Heart Association warns that older women who spend too much time sitting down are at a greater risk of heart troubles. A recent study reveals that women over 50 can cut their risk for heart…

Jun 29, 2021 … BEIJING, China — Lowering your blood pressure is a vital part of maintaining good heart health in the here and now. Unfortunately, a new study finds, for people with a history of hypertension, one year of normal blood pressure may be too little, too late to avoid heart disease. Researchers find people with healthy blood pressure…

Jun 26, 2021 … Stanford prof says treatment would offer long-term protection against heart disease, Alzheimer’s, and other health conditions. STANFORD, Calif. — A groundbreaking “superhero” vaccine inspired by the DNA code of Olympic athletes could help transform society over the next decade, a top genetic scientist claims. The vaccine would provide lifelong protection against three of the top…

Jun 26, 2021 … CAMBRIDGE, England — Back problems plague millions of people around the world and for many it seems like surgery feels inevitable. And even then, there’s no guarantee the problem will dissipate. But there may be a new, less invasive road to relief. Scientists have created an inflatable spinal cord implant that could cure severe back…

Jun 21, 2021 … SAN ANTONIO, Texas — Hiccups can pop up when we least expect them and not all home remedies work for everyone. So if paper bags and holding our breath won’t work, does science have an answer? Researchers at The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio have come up with a new invention…

Jun 14, 2021 … BETHESDA, Md. — Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) typically attacks the neurological function of people in their 50s or 60s. However, a recent study has discovered a new, slow-developing form of the disease which attacks toddlers instead. While the news is frightening for any parent, researchers with the National Institutes of Health add they have also…

Jun 13, 2021 … NEW YORK — If we’ve learned one thing during the course of the pandemic, it’s how to roll with the punches. According to new research of 2,000 Millennial and Gen Z Americans, 70 percent said that the top lesson they learned in 2020 was to not sweat the small stuff and to just go with the…

May 26, 2021 … HARBIN, China — Need a good reason to pass on the bacon-topped burger? People who eat a plant-based dinner could reduce their risk of heart disease by 10 percent, according to a new study. Researchers from Harbin Medical University in China show that people who eat too many refined carbs and fatty meats for dinner…

May 24, 2021 … READING, United Kingdom — A new study finds milk isn’t just good for your bones, it’s also doing plenty for your heart too. An international team finds drinking milk regularly can significantly drop the chances of suffering from heart disease. Their findings reveal milk drinkers also have lower levels of cholesterol, which can cause blockages…

May 23, 2021 … CHAPEL HILL, N.C. — Donald Trump’s contentious 2016 presidential election victory over Hillary Clinton may have done more than rile the emotions of voters on both sides of the aisle. According to new research, abnormal heart rhythms almost doubled after the election among vulnerable patients. The figure is based on people in the U.S. with implanted…

May 22, 2021 … ANN ARBOR, Mich. — As one pandemic begins to fade away, a new study finds another is continuing to grip the entire world. Researchers find that almost half a billion people globally have diabetes, although many don’t know they have it. The number of cases have more than quadrupled since 1980, when there were around 108…

May 17, 2021 … SALT LAKE CITY — Fish oil pills are one of the most popular dietary supplements, particularly because they support better brain and heart health. But could some supplements be worse for your heart than believed? According to a new study, some Omega-3 supplements actually do more harm than good. Scientists at the Intermountain Healthcare Heart…

May 08, 2021 … BOSTON — If you’ve got high blood pressure, doctors are issuing a new warning that may have you checking your medicine cabinet. One in five adults with high blood pressure are taking medications, such as ibuprofen, that could be making the problem worse, according to a new study. Patients are being urged to routinely review…

Apr 30, 2021 … HOUSTON, Texas — Can what’s going on in your gut really change your blood pressure for better or worse? Researchers from Baylor College of Medicine say not only can the gut microbiome influence heart health, how people eat can determine whether those organisms help or hurt blood pressure levels. When it comes to diet, their study…

Apr 29, 2021 … SOPHIA ANTIPOLIS, France — Fish oil is the world’s most popular supplements, with many believing it’s vital for improving heart health. However, a new study finds they may actually be having the opposite effect. Researchers have discovered a link between fish oil and higher risks for the most common heart rhythm disorder — atrial fibrillation.…

Apr 28, 2021 … OTTAWA, Ontario — It’s common sense for the elderly to avoid extreme temperatures on either end of the thermometer. Now, however, a new study finds older adults should take particular care to cool down on hot days. Why? Researchers say taking a break from extreme heat, by taking a dip in the pool for example,…

Apr 28, 2021 … ADELAIDE, Australia — Coffee comes in all sorts of ways, from frothy cappuccinos to plain decaf in a paper cup. However, if you think your coffee preferences simply come down to taste, think again. A new study finds what kind of coffee people like and how much they drink actually has a lot to do with…

Apr 27, 2021 … Duloxetine, a common prescription drug used to treat depression could also protect against heart disease, according to a new study.

Apr 15, 2021 … SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. — Most people naturally start to slow down a bit as they get older. Even a 30-year-old probably doesn’t have the same pep they did at 20 years-old. Now, a new study is providing more motivation keep those muscles pumping, regardless of your age. Researchers from the University of California-San Francisco say…

Apr 02, 2021 … YORK, United Kingdom — The notion of becoming blind, deaf, or paralyzed is a terrifying one. Functional neurological disorder (FND) is known to cause such symptoms in sufferers. Making matters worse, doctors and scientists have been absolutely puzzled as to what causes FND. That is, up until now. Researchers from the University of York say…

Mar 30, 2021 … BOSTON, Mass. — Living a heart healthy lifestyle is a great way to avoid cardiovascular disease — the world’s leading killer. Now, researchers say there may be an added benefit, reducing your overall risk of getting cancer. A team from Massachusetts General Hospital finds people with good heart health have the lowest risk of future…