Cardiovascular disease News & Breaking Stories

Study finds 44% of women with heart disease are obese, only 1% eat fruits/veggies. Women have worse outcomes than men.

O.J. Simpson died of cancer, not from COVID-19 vaccination. Misinformation quickly spread online linking his death to the vaccine.

New research suggests that excessive niacin may harm your heart. Avoid supplements and limit niacin in your diet. Important findings.

New 'heart-on-a-chip' could change the future of drug testing and disease research. Scientists have developed a device the size of a credit card mimicking the interactions of cells within a human heart.

Miracle weight loss drugs are set to become more available after the US approves Zepbound, a cheaper competitor to Wegovy.

Soap opera star Tyler Christopher, known for his role in General Hospital, has tragically passed away at the age of 50. His death was confirmed by co-star Maurice Bernard, who expressed deep sadness and highlighted Tyler's contributions to raising awareness about mental health issues. Fans and colleagues mourned the loss and expressed their condolences. Tyler had a successful career in the entertainment industry and was previously married to actress Eva Longoria.

Novo Nordisk's obesity drug Wegovy reduces the risk of cardiovascular events by 20%, offering medical benefits beyond weight reduction.

Canada's worst wildfire season has caused toxic smoke to spread across the US, affecting air quality in 20 states. The smoke contains fine particulate matter, which can cause short-term health effects such as irritation of the eyes, nose, and throat, as well as long-term effects like asthma and heart disease. Major cities including Chicago have experienced poor air quality, prompting warnings for vulnerable groups to stay indoors. Red flag warnings have also been issued in parts of Washington, Oregon, and Colorado due to dry conditions that increase the risk of wildfires.

Smoke from Canadian wildfires reaches Triad region, triggering air quality alert.