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Trump’s FDA just approved new nicotine pouches. Experts warn the move ignores ‘decades of evidence’

Nicotine pouches don’t have tobacco – but the products do come with other health risks, the CDC and others stress

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Suspect who killed wife and their six kids revealed to be American Heart Association VP who lost his job weeks earlier

The family’s pets also died from fire and smoke exposure

The Independent UK

I work in a hospital – and didn’t know I was having a heart attack. Here’s what more women should know

Women and men exhibit different heart attack symptoms. Knowing these lesser-known factors can help save your life

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The American Heart Association Now Says Up to 5 Cups of Coffee Per Day Are Safe for Most Adults, and May Protect the Heart

The AHA's July 2026 scientific statement in Circulation says up to 5 cups of coffee daily is safe for most adults and may reduce cardiovascular risk in some individuals.

Medical Daily

Is 5 cups of coffee a day too much?

The American Heart Association’s latest guidance says multiple cups are OK a day, but there are a few caveats

Salon

The American Heart Association has a new number for daily coffee—and a warning if you go over it

New research suggests drinking one cup of coffee a day is actually worse for your health than drinking four—but that fifth shot could cause heart failure.

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Doctors Explain Why Five Cups of Coffee a Day May Protect Your Heart but Your Starbucks Order Won't

The American Heart Association says five cups of coffee a day is heart-safe, but only black and paper-filtered. Your sugary espresso latte is left out of the good news.

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Coffee lovers, is drinking up to 5 cups a day actually good for your heart? New American Heart Association report has a surprising answer

Coffee heart disease: Up to five cups of coffee daily is safe for most healthy adults. Moderate coffee intake may lower the risk of several heart-related conditions. Black coffee appears to offer the biggest cardiovascular benefits. Energy drinks, however, may have harmful effects on the heart. Individual responses to caffeine…

The Economic Times

How many cups of coffee can you safely drink a day? This is what experts say

Two-thirds of American adults drink coffee each day, with most consuming an average of three cups

The Independent UK

US obesity crisis: Not losing weight despite exercising? American Heart Association study reveals the surprising truth about your health beyond the scale, blood pressure and cholesterol

Weight loss tips: Regular exercise offers significant health benefits, even without substantial weight loss. Increasing physical activity alone may not lead to major weight reduction. Strength training is crucial for preserving muscle mass during weight loss efforts. Maintaining weight loss often requires more extensive physical activity weekly. Successful weight management…

The Economic Times

Lindsey Graham Death: Preliminary Medical Report Reveals Fatal Aortic Dissection After Cardiac Emergency

Senator Lindsey Graham's unexpected death at 71 from aortic dissection raises questions about his health, with reports of cardiac arrest and no prior indications of illness.

International Business Times UK

Gum Disease and Heart Disease: How Periodontal Bacteria Raise Your Cardiovascular Risk

The bacteria that leave your mouth and reach your arteriesBleeding gums are not just a dental inconvenience. When the tissue around your teeth is inflamed and ulcerated, which is what periodontal disease actually is, it creates an open wound the size of your palm, lining the inside of your mouth.…

Times Life

8 Things Your Dentist Can Diagnose About Your Overall Health From Your Mouth and Teeth

Your Gums Are Bleeding, and It May Not Be About BrushingPersistent bleeding gums are the most misread signal in the dental chair. Most patients blame aggressive brushing. Dentists look further. Chronic gum bleeding is a classic early marker of gum disease, but it also shows up in vitamin C deficiency,…

Times Life

New Journal of the American Heart Association Study Finds Perimenopausal Women Twice as Likely to Have Low Cardiovascular Health Score

A May 2026 JAHA study of 9,200 women found perimenopausal women are twice as likely to have a low cardiovascular health score — driven by elevated cholesterol and blood sugar.

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Why More Young Americans Are Being Diagnosed With Heart Disease

For decades, heart disease was viewed as a problem that mostly affected retirees and older adults, but doctors are now seeing a troubling shift in...

The Guardian - US

‘People should aim to get a variety’: the pros and cons of popular protein sources

From beans, lentils and tofu to chicken, pork, beef and fish, experts weigh the health benefits and potential drawbacks

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A New Study Warns That Women’s Blood Pressure Will Explode by 2050

Women’s heart health is facing a troubling future, according to a new scientific statement from the American Heart Association. Researchers now predict that nearly 60% of women in the United States could develop high blood pressure by 2050 if current trends continue. That sharp increase is raising alarms because high…

The Independent UK

The ability to afford healthcare is at ‘crisis point’ doctors warn - and will consume 20% of America’s GDP in next decade

The average American pays over $15,000 a year in healthcare costs

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The American Heart Association’s new dietary advice contradicts RFK Jr

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The American Heart Association does not want you to follow RFK Jr’s diet

People should start following a heart healthy diet at age 1 – prioritizing protein from plant-based sources

The Conversation

Pollution, noise and climate stress all pose a serious threat to heart health

In an unprecedented collaboration, the European Society of Cardiology, the American College of Cardiology, the American Heart Association and the World Heart Federation have issued a joint statement calling for immediate action against environmental stressors – pollution, noise, climate stress – to reduce cardiovascular mortality.

Budget and the Bees

The No. 1 Killer in America Often Starts Quietly — The Prevention Moves That Work Early

We often spend our time worrying about high-profile health scares. Yet the most significant threat to your life is likely a quiet, systemic issue. Heart disease remains the absolute leading cause of death in America today. It claims more lives annually than all forms of cancer combined. According to the…

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Why Men With Normal Weight Still Get Heart Disease

Heart disease does not send invitations based on body size, and many men learn this the hard way when medical tests show trouble even when clothing size stays steady. People often assume normal weight equals strong heart health, yet biology tells a more complicated story. Fat stored around organs, called…

The Independent UK

Nearly one in four US adults with diabetes are unaware they have it

Researchers announced Thursday that they had taken a major stride in treating the chronic disease

The Independent UK

Studies test whether gene-editing can fix high cholesterol. For now, take your medicine

Scientists are testing an entirely new way to fight heart disease: whether gene editing might offer a one-time fix for high cholesterol

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