March 26, 2026 Dementia risk signals could lie in simple blood pressure readings, researchers say New research suggests that routine blood pressure checks may predict dementia risk years before symptoms, with one metric linked to a 76% higher risk in adults under 65.
February 27, 2026 Heart disease threat projected to climb sharply for key demographic New American Heart Association report predicts 59% of women will have high blood pressure by 2050, up from 49% today, in addition to higher diabetes and obesity rates.
January 7, 2026 Popular intermittent fasting diets may not deliver the health benefits many expect New study suggests intermittent fasting may not deliver promised health benefits beyond weight loss, challenging beliefs about time-restricted eating.
January 6, 2026 Common pain relievers may raise heart disease and stroke risk, doctors warn Common OTC painkillers like ibuprofen may increase heart attack and stroke risk. Learn which medications pose the greatest cardiovascular danger.
December 16, 2025 Holiday heart attacks rise as doctors share hidden triggers, prevention tips "Holiday heart syndrome" causes a spike in heart attacks during Christmas. Cardiologists share how stress, alcohol and overeating can trigger heart rhythms, and offer prevention tips.
December 12, 2025 Man’s extreme energy drink habit leads to concerning medical discovery, doctors say A U.K. man suffered a stroke after drinking eight energy drinks daily, doctors reported. High caffeine intake has been linked to dangerous blood pressure spikes and health risks.
December 4, 2025 Simple nightly habit linked to healthier blood pressure, study suggests New research reveals that a consistent bedtime can lower blood pressure without sleeping longer. Simple sleep timing changes may reduce cardiovascular risk, experts say.
November 17, 2025 Fast-growing cancer could be slowed by common blood pressure drug, research shows Scientists accidentally discovered how an old blood pressure drug hydralazine could fight aggressive brain cancer by targeting cellular oxygen sensors.
November 12, 2025 Common vitamin could protect some heart attack survivors, study shows New research found that vitamin D3 therapy, aimed at achieving optimal blood levels, significantly reduced the risk of repeat heart attacks in certain cardiac patients.
November 10, 2025 Killer condition lands in top 10 leading causes of death as global cases surge Chronic kidney disease now ranks as the ninth leading cause of death globally, affecting 788 million people worldwide, according to major health study.