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Calcium Didn't Lead to Heart Disease
Previous studies have suggested that taking calcium supplements leads to an increased risk of heart disease. However, that may not be the case.
Simple Blood Test Predicts Sudden Heart Death
People at risk of dying from heart failure often get an implantable defibrillator to keep their hearts ticking. Current heart assessments, however, are not always on the mark.
Heart Failure Patients Need Their Sleep
Lack of sleep can put some serious stress on your body — especially if you are already recovering from organ failure. It's possible that not sleeping could land you right back in the hospital.
Most People Seem to Be Eating Right Amount of Salt
Many diets stress the need to cut down on salt. But the average person’s salt consumption may already be in the ideal range, according to a new study.
Sleeplessness Tied to Heart Health
Not getting enough sleep is a common complaint, but a regular lack of sleep can be unhealthy. Being routinely sleep deprived can tax the body, including the heart.
Pulmonary Hypertension Deaths on the Rise
Heart disease takes many forms. A recent study from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) looked at one particular form — pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH) — by the numbers.
Depression Can Hit the Heart
Depression is a mental condition. However, the dangers of this condition can spread beyond mental health, and may even involve the heart.
Football Players May Show Signs of Future Heart Troubles
We tend to think of football players as healthy and strong, but a new study suggests that they may be prone to future heart troubles.
Diet and Exercise to Stave off Diabetes and Death
For people with chronic high blood sugar, exercise and a healthy diet could delay or prevent diabetes. New research shows those interventions could even save lives.
Daylight Savings Time Tied to Heart Attacks
It can be tough to wake up that first spring morning after "losing an hour" with daylight savings time, but could it also be harmful to your health? A new study explored that possibility.