Aspirin has recently been questioned as a preventive for heart attacks, even though we have been using it for decades. Statin ...

Zetia keeps your body from absorbing cholesterol in your diet, and it is generally safe and well-tolerated. So, it’s a good ...

I am a 64-year-old man who has been having periodic shortness of breath for the past six months or so. This happens mostly upon exertion but sometimes occurs when I stand up. I do have a family ...

Keeping your arteries clear is essential for overall health, as blockages can lead to heart attacks, strokes, and other ...

According to studies, the 'superfood' works well at unclogging arteries to reduce the risk of health complications ...

According to studies, the 'superfood' works well at unclogging arteries to reduce the risk of health complications ...

People with type O blood enjoy a slightly lower risk of heart disease and blood clotting, but they may be more susceptible to ...

In short, aspirin is no longer seen as a one-size-fits-all answer for heart attack prevention. It can still be life-saving ...

Older adults may benefit from a recently introduced tool that assesses their risk for heart disease, according to a new study led by University of Iowa researchers.  Michelle Fravel For more than a ...

If you're having heart attack symptoms and have access to aspirin, take a full dose of 325 mg after calling the ambulance, Beachey says. (If you have baby aspirin, which comes in an 81 mg dose ...