Your kidneys and heart are closely connected, and CKD can increase your risk of heart issues. Learn how to notice signs of problems and potential treatments.

New research from Weill Cornell Medicine has uncovered a surprising culprit underlying cardiovascular diseases in obesity and diabetes-not the presence of certain fats, but their suppression. The ...

Smoking affects the heart and blood vessels, increasing the risk of heart disease, high blood pressure, and stroke, which is why quitting smoking is crucial for better cardiovascular health.

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Turning 30? Know why monitoring cholesterol, blood pressure, and blood sugar is crucial for heart health and how these three indicators help prevent future heart disease.

Scientists say the combination of insomnia and sleep apnea could quietly increase the risk of heart disease. New research ...

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When it comes to heart health, hormones play a significant role, especially for women. Cardiovascular disease remains the ...

Amy Bies was recovering in the hospital from injuries inflicted during a car accident in May 2007 when routine laboratory tests showed that her blood glucose and cholesterol were both dangerously high ...

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Reduced levels of a critical protein are linked to devastating brain diseases like Alzheimer's, frontotemporal dementia, and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). Surprisingly, the protein shortage ...