Among women, cardiovascular disease kills more women than all forms of cancer combined, according to the American Heart Association.

Doctors may need to prescribe medication to patients with slightly elevated blood pressure if lifestyle changes alone do not bring their levels down within six months, according to new guidance from ...

The American Heart Association says heart diseases are the leading cause of death in the US. Experts tell Digital Trends that ...

February marks National Heart Health Awareness Month, and healthcare providers are urging individuals to prioritize their ...

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Hundreds of people will “Go Red for Women” Friday in Sioux Falls. The American Heart Association gala highlights heart disease in women and raises ...

A rapid blood test could speed treatment for people who have suffered a stroke related to brain bleeding, a new study says.

Flossing at least once a week may lower the risk of stroke and atrial fibrillation, according to preliminary results from a ...

We all know that things like stress or diet changes can temporarily elevate our blood pressure. But you might not actually ...

People who regularly floss their teeth (one or more times per week) may lower their risk of stroke caused by a blood clot traveling from the heart and a stroke associated with an irregular heartbeat ...

The AHA’s Target BP initiative is a movement to increase blood pressure control among adults living with hypertension in the United States.

Most people have never been to med school, so their ability to diagnose illnesses or health problems is limited. Yet, the average person knows that the health of their heart is all important.