A new study from South Korea has revealed that heavy smokers may take up to 25 years after quitting for their cardiovascular ...

Calcium is a very important nutrient required for the body but excessive intake of calcium supplements can also lead to artery blockage. Know how.

A man who had an “extremely rare” quintuple heart bypass surgery at 34 due to a condition which turns him into a “cholesterol ...

With our trusty 1500lbs magnet, we dive into one of the area's biggest lakes, facing a few technical challenges along the way ...

High cholesterol does not overtly show symptoms. However, there are certain warning signs that may be indicative of elevated ...

While being treated for pneumonia, Merle Haggard continued writing songs from his hospital bed, including the final one he ...

Seniors who've had a heart attack should probably delay any elective surgeries for three to six months, a new study advises.

“Delaying elective non-cardiac surgery to occur between 90 and 180 days after [a heart attack] may be reasonable for patients ...

Ex-electricity minister U Win Khine, who has a history of heart problems, is in ICU after being rushed to hospital from Mandalay’s Obo Prison, sources said.

A, McDonald’s, or Dairy Queen? You’re in good company. These popular fast food joints are the go-to spots for many, but ...

While sex influences the mechanisms behind how cardiovascular disease develops, gender plays a role in how healthcare providers recognize and manage it.

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