The Latest Breaking News on Heart Disease

Everything you need to know about using a defibrillator

As every state school gets one, here’s what you need to know about the lifesaving device. By Imy Brighty-Potts.

The Independent UK · Jul 25, 2023

Late night snacking could increase risk of diabetes and heart disease, study says

Quality over quantity of snacks was also found to impact the health outcome

The Independent UK · Jul 25, 2023

Lifesaving defibrillators delivered to all state schools in England

The rollout follows campaigning by Mark King whose 12-year-old son Oliver suffered a sudden cardiac arrest at school during a swimming lesson.

The Independent UK · Jul 24, 2023

The IVF specialist who lost multiple pregnancies: ‘I had spent years making people’s dreams come true. It felt so unfair’

After her own experience of fertility treatment and pregnancy loss, the embryologist connects with patients on a far more emotional level

The Guardian - UK · Jul 22, 2023

Major breakthrough for patients facing ‘silent killer’ as new injection could replace drugs

High blood pressure is known as the silent killer as its symptoms often go unnoticed until it’s too late

The Independent UK · Jul 21, 2023

Senior citizen undergoes valve implantation through rare procedure

A senior citizen, who developed severe aortic stenosis (narrowing of the heart valves) has undergone an artificial valve implantation through the carotid artery at a private hospital in the city. The carotid artery is in the neck region which supplies blood to the brain, face and neck.

The Hindu · Jul 21, 2023

Mayo Clinic Minute: Invest now for better heart health later

Heart disease is the No. 1 killer of both men and women — in the U.S. and around the globe. Overall, men over 45 and women over 55 are more likely to have a heart attack than those who are younger.

Tribune News Service · Jul 20, 2023

What is a healthy resting heart rate, and why does its matter?

Knowing yours can be a helpful way to identify potential health problems and gauge how healthy your heart is.

Chicago Sun-Times · Jul 19, 2023

Grief Can Cause Heart Attacks, Study Finds

Severe grief increases blood pressure, raising risk of cardiac events, according to University of Arizona research.

Zenger · Jul 17, 2023

Vaping Raises Cardiovascular Disease Risk, Study Finds

New research shows vaping increases risk of cardiovascular disease, delivering potentially harmful chemicals to the body.

Zenger · Jul 17, 2023