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Endurance athletes have a four times higher risk of irregular heartbeat – and this may be why

Exercise is one of the best things we can do for a healthy heart. Yet research shows that endurance athletes have up to a four times higher risk of atrial fibrillation (an irregular or fast heartbeat) than non-athletes. This heart condition increases risk of both heart failure and stroke.

The Conversation

Low-cost neck scan could help spot heart failure early in men

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The Independent UK

Quick neck scan could detect heart failure risk in older men

The carotid ultrasound takes just 15 to 30 minutes, involving a small handheld device gently passed over the neck

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Vice President Dick Cheney’s life followed the arc of the biggest breakthroughs in cardiovascular medicine

The life and political legacy of former Vice President Dick Cheney, who died on Nov. 4, 2025, at the age of 84, has been well documented. But his decades-long battle with heart disease may be less appreciated.

The Conversation

Should you worry about melatonin and heart failure? The evidence isn’t clear

A study presented at the American Heart Association’s scientific meetings has raised concerns about melatonin, one of Britain’s most commonly prescribed sleep aids. The findings suggest that long-term users face a higher risk of heart failure. But the preliminary data demands careful scrutiny before the alarm is sounded.

The Conversation

Paul Tagliabue's Death Revealed: Heart Failure and Parkinson's Caused Late NFL Chief's Passing

Former NFL commissioner Paul Tagliabue has died at 84. His family confirmed heart failure and Parkinson's disease as the causes of death.

International Business Times UK

Paul Tagliabue, NFL commissioner who ran league in era of riches and expansion, dies at 84

Paul Tagliabue, who helped bring labor peace and riches to the NFL during his 17 years as commissioner but was criticized for not taking stronger action on concussions, died Sunday from heart failure at 84 years old

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A study questions melatonin use and heart health but don't lose sleep over it

Don't lose sleep over headlines linking melatonin to heart failure

The Independent UK

Melatonin supplements may be bad for your heart, study shows — doctors explain how to fall asleep fast without them

Researchers have found links between long-term melatonin supplement use and heart health issues, a new preliminary study shows.

Tom’s Guide

What Are Melatonin Side Effects? Doctors Warn Long-Term Use Could Lead to Health Problems - Even Death

A preliminary study set to be presented at the American Heart Association's 2025 Scientific Sessions found that long-term melatonin use may increase the risk of heart failure and death.

International Business Times UK

New study suggests melatonin is linked to alarming increase of heart failure

Sleep supplement should not be taken chronically

The Independent UK

This Common Dog Food Ingredient Has Been Linked to Heart Failure — Is Your Pup at Risk?

As dog owners, we try to do what’s best for our pets. We spend time and money selecting food that we believe is high-quality. Many of us switched to “grain-free” diets, believing they were more natural or healthier. Then, in 2018, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced it…

Budget and the Bees

All heart: doc turns Bunnings pipe into medical marvel

The genius who used a Bunnings pipe to create a world leading medical device is urging Australia to better fund researchers to achieve similar breakthroughs.

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Samsung Galaxy Watches will 'soon' detect warning signs for heart failure

Apple made a splash with hypertension alerts; now Samsung will tackle its own serious health condition: Heart failure.

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International Business Times

Samsung Smartwatches Could Soon Detect Heart Failure Before Symptoms Show Thanks to AI

Samsung is developing AI-powered smartwatch tech to detect deadly heart failure early, aiming to save lives and reduce costly hospitalizations.

The Independent UK

Emmanuel Sonubi on his near-death experience on stage: ‘I just felt like something was wrong’

INTERVIEW: The comedian and ‘Live at the Apollo’ star speaks to Louis Chilton about suffering heart failure while on stage in 2019, growing up as the youngest of six siblings, and taking inspiration from Al Murray

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Enanta's RSV Pill Shows Promise In Cutting Recovery Time For High-Risk Adults

Enanta Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NASDAQ: ENTA) on Monday released topline data from RSVHR Phase 2b study of zelicapavir in outpatient adults with acute respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) infection who are at high risk of complications, including the elderly and/or those with congestive heart failure (CHF), chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) or…

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The symptoms of ‘kissing bug’ disease to be on the look out for

Infection after a bite from an infected kissing bug can lead to heart failure and even sudden death

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Millions of Britons face higher risk of heart failure due to dirty air, study suggests

Exclusive: stroke risk is 7% higher and heart failure risk increases by 27% in areas with worst level of pollution, research shows

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Ken Flores' cause of death revealed

Ken Flores died from cocaine toxicity, with a history of congestive heart failure was also named as "another significant condition".

Benzinga

This Merck Pill Promises Powerful Cholesterol Reduction Without Injections

Merck Co. Inc. (NYSE:MRK) on Tuesday shared topline results from the Phase 3 CORALreef Lipids trial evaluating the safety and efficacy of enlicitide decanoate for hypercholesterolemia on a moderate or high intensity statin (or with documented statin intolerance).

The Mary Sue

‘Her entire body swelled up’: Pennsylvania woman feeds dog grain-free food. Then her dog has heart failure

Imagine shelling out extra money to give your pet the “best of the best,” only to learn the food could be the very thing harming them.

Advnture

Japanese hiker, 102, becomes the oldest person to summit Mount Fuji, less than a year after suffering heart failure

The centenarian took an hour's walk each morning and scaled smaller mountains in preparation for his ascent

International Business Times UK

Melania Trump Seen at Walter Reed: Is Trump Secretly Confined for CKD and Heart Failure Treatment?

Melania Trump's unexpected visit to Walter Reed sparks rumours about Donald Trump's health. Is the US President secretly confined for CKD and heart failure treatment?

Euronews

AI stethoscope can detect heart conditions in just 15 seconds, UK doctors find

About two-thirds of patients who were flagged by the AI stethoscope as potentially having heart failure did not actually have it.

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