February isn’t just about chocolates, roses, and love notes—it’s also a perfect time to show some love to the most important heart of all: your own! With Valentine’s Day putting hearts in the spotlight, there’s no better reminder to focus on heart health and make...

In honor of National Cholesterol Education Month in September, here are a few facts about cholesterol that everybody should know. Key takeaways:  Cholesterol is a natural compound that supports bodily functions There are two main types of cholesterol: LDL and HDL  Too much LDL can...

These potent drugs can help treat an array of heart problems - but they’re not suitable for everyone  Key takeaways:  Beta-blockers are a form of prescription medication that slows down the heart rate. Beta-blockers are used to manage cardiovascular conditions such as stroke,...

Inflation directly affects the prices of prescription drugs in the U.S., but the Inflation Reduction Act can help combat the soaring prices and make them accessible to patients. According to a 2022 survey , one in three adults says they haven’t taken prescription medications due to the...

Explore the dangers of hypertension and how you can fight it by following a nutritious DASH eating plan Hypertension is at epidemic levels across the nation, affecting nearly half of all adults in the U.S. Despite the fact that hypertension affects 45% of adults in the U.S., only 1 in 4...

Learn more about peripheral arterial disease, who’s at risk, and how you can implement simple lifestyle changes to help treat and prevent it. Approximately 6.5 million people in the U.S. aged 40 and older have peripheral arterial disease, and early detection is critical in preventing the...

Cholesterol is a substance found in your blood that is used in your body to build healthy cells, produce hormones such as steroids, and create bile acids that digest fat. Although cholesterol has a negative reputation, not all types of cholesterol are bad for you. Two types of cholesterol exist:...

Eating foods that support heart health is an inexpensive way to minimize your risk of heart disease. Here are some heart-healthy foods for improving cardiovascular health. Key Takeaways Foods that lower your risk for heart disease include: Unsalted nuts dark chocolate black...

Key Takeaways Everything you need to know about high blood pressure Risk factors of high blood pressure  Who’s at risk of high blood pressure and how to test your own Tips to preventing high blood pressure and associated risks  It is important to understand high blood...

There’s a whole new world of better health waiting for you. Here’s how to take confident steps toward starting to exercise to stay healthy. Many view exercise as another unwanted stress, with concerns over associated financial costs, slow progress, and injury among many other factors...

Preventing expensive chronic diseases like diabetes, cancer, and high blood pressure significantly lowers healthcare costs for the industry and for patients. Chronic diseases continue to be one of the largest healthcare issues in the U.S., leading to negative outcomes from disability to death....

With high cholesterol an increasingly common problem among so many Americans, it’s easy to forget the serious risks that accompany it – risks like heart attack, heart disease, stroke, and other heart complications. According to drugs.com, more than 35 million Americans are prescribed...

Quick Stats: People of all ages can suffer from high cholesterol, and it is estimated that 38% of all Americans have unhealthy levels. In 2015–2016, more than 12% of adults age 20 and older had total cholesterol higher than 240 mg/dL, and more than 18% had high-density lipoprotein (HDL,...

Quick Stats: 45% of American adults (108 million) have hypertension Only 1 in 4 with hypertension have it under control Nearly half (45%) of those with uncontrolled hypertension have a blood pressure of 140/90 mm Hg or higher What is High Blood Pressure? Blood pressure is the force of...

Bariatric surgery could halve the chance of severely obese teens developing premature heart disease or having a stroke, according to new research. The model presented at the American Heart Association’s Epidemiology and Prevention Lifestyle and Cardiometabolic Health Scientific Sessions 2018...

Pharmaceutical firm Bristol-Myers Squibb has announced a voluntary recall of one lot of Eliquis (apixaban) 5mg tablets following a consumer complaint that their bottle contained 2.5mg tablets. The affected lot is a 60-count bottle containing 5mg tablets of the medication and it was distributed...

Patients with hypertension now have a cheaper medication option following the US Food & Drug Administration's approval of generic olmesartan medoxomil and hydrochlorothiazide tablets.  Aurobindo Pharma USA's latest addition to pharmacies across the country was previously only available as...

A worrying number of American adults are ignoring symptoms consistent with warning or "mini" strokes, according to a new survey conducted by the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association (AHA/ASA). The study found 35 per cent of respondents experienced at least one sign of a transient...

Everyone over the age of 40 should understand their individual level of heart attack and stroke risk, a medical expert has stated. Marvin Lipman MD, chief medical adviser to Consumer Reports, highlighted the importance of understanding the risk factors involved. He suggested those who find they are...