Heart Health
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Heart failure a growing problem
Growing rates of obesity and diabetes will lead to a surge in numbers of patients being treated for heart failure, a British expert has told a European conference. Read more
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Diabetics can reduce heart attack risk
New findings, published today, reinforce the belief that people with diabetes reduce their risk of heart attack if they keep low blood sugar levels. Read more
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Heart disease in pregnancy “major threat”
Experts have urged doctors to be on the look-out for symptoms of heart disease in pregnant women. Read more
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Active commuting cuts heart attack risk
New research suggests that people who drive to work have a greater heart attack risk than those who walk or cycle. Read more
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Food and folic acid boost child health
Infant heart defects have decreased since mandatory folic acid fortification of flour and pasta began in Canada, according to a new study. Read more
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Elderly need sunshine
Elderly people should spend time in the sunshine – to cut their risk of heart disease, British researchers have reported. Read more
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Half a glass for the heart
There’s been strong evidence that wine may be good for the heart – but new evidence published today suggests just half a glass a day may be best. Read more
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Fall in HRT use preventing heart attacks?
The decline in popularity of hormone replacement therapy may be linked to a fall in heart attacks, researchers said today. Read more
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Fish helps male heart
Eating oily fish may help protect men against heart failure, according to new findings. Read more
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Skin link to diabetes
The skin disease psoriasis may be linked to diabetes and other health problems – at least for women, researchers reported last night. Read more