Health News Archives

High Blood Pressure, Cholesterol Associated With Eye Disease
Risk for retinal vein blockage more than doubles when these conditions go untreated

Metabolic Syndrome Triggered by Overeating, Not Obesity
Mouse study concludes weight gain is an early symptom, not a direct cause

Timing of HRT May Influence Heart Risks
Study found women with risk factors who took it early in menopause did not have diminished vessel function

Drink a Little, Stay Active, Save Your Heart
The combination could add years to your life, Danish researchers find

Nitrite, Nitrate-Rich Foods Boost Heart Attack Outcomes
Mouse study finds diet with components patients taught to avoid may offer protection

Curry Ingredient May Cut Cardiovascular Risks
Findings in mice show curcumin reduces heart enlargement and lowers odds of organ failure

Overweight Hispanic Kids Show Early Markers for Diabetes
Blood vessel damage sets stage for insulin resistance, heart disease, study finds

National Effort Needed to Address Hyperglycemia in Heart Patients
American Heart Association says high blood sugar condition linked to high mortality

One Drink May Help Heart, But Two Is Too Many
Extra glass negates immediate benefits to circulation, Canadian study says

High HDL Levels Protect Heart Health
Reduced risk of cardiovascular trouble even when LDL levels were low, study finds