For more than a century, cardiovascular disease has remained the leading cause of death in the U.S. Yet these last 100 years ...

Syphilis has been rising sharply in the United States, with especially high rates in Southern states. Now, a new study from ...

An antibiotic commonly prescribed for bronchitis and sinus infections may increase the risk of death from heart problems, but only for people with certain risk factors, a new study suggests. The study ...

Immune system overreactions may be the true culprit of cardiac illness—and lifesaving drugs can calm them down ...

SALT LAKE CITY — During Heart Health Month, expectant mothers need to be aware that pregnancy can put significant stress on the cardiovascular system, with pregnancy-related deaths more than doubling ...

Dr. Flood said smoking is closely linked to heart attacks, strokes, cancers, and peripheral vascular disease—which can ...

Melatonin supplements may not be the harmless sleep solution millions believe them to be. A sweeping new study tracking more than 130,000 adults with insomnia has uncovered troubling connections ...

Although you may not think of children when you imagine someone with heart problems, congenital heart defects are actually the most common birth defect in the U.S., occurring in about 1% of births.

Artificial intelligence (AI) trained on images from routine breast screening appointments could help predict heart problems in women, a study has found. Experts suggest the technology could offer a ...

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Research presented at the American Heart Association’s Scientific Sessions 2012 sheds light on heart problems during the winter. Here are the study highlights, provided by the AHA. Heart disease fast ...

India, April 20 -- With young people prone to heart issues, insurance premiums are up ...