Health 4 days ago Blood pressure and dementia risk share surprising link, study suggests Researchers in a new Chinese study discovered that “intensive blood pressure control" resulted in a 15% reduced dementia risk among participants and a 16% reduced risk of cognitive impairment.
Health 6 days ago This odd dental habit could spark heart health risks, experts warn The oral hygiene trend of tongue scraping may improve hygiene and reduce bad breath — but overdoing it could harm heart health by disrupting good bacteria and raising blood pressure risk.
Health January 12 7 blood pressure mistakes that could be throwing off your readings Many people make these common mistakes when taking blood pressure at home, experts say. A cardiologist provides tips for getting an accurate reading.
Health November 8 Just 5 minutes of exercise could reduce high blood pressure, study finds Short bouts of higher-intensity exercise were found to make "clinically meaningful" improvements in blood pressure, according to a new study published in the journal Circulation.
HEALTHY LIVING September 24 Green tea for fueling weight loss? Experts reveal the skinny truth Recently, social media posts have been buzzing about green tea as a way to shed pounds without the medication and high costs. Experts discuss the beverage's weight-loss potential.
HEART HEALTH September 18 Soy milk could reduce risk factors for heart disease, research shows New research from the University of Toronto found that soy milk could impact heart health and provide some of the same nutrients as cow's milk. Health and nutrition experts share insights.
HEART HEALTH September 9 Blood pressure is 'higher than normal' for 1 in 7 kids, says American Heart Association New preliminary research from the American Heart Association found that about 14% of children and teens in the U.S. have high blood pressure or are at risk. Experts weigh in on causes and prevention.
VIDEO August 18 Early detection for cancer saves lives: Dr. Nicole Saphier Fox News medical contributor Dr. Nicole Saphier breaks down studies on the rising cancer rates in men and the risks from too much caffeine.
Alzheimers August 17 High blood pressure and Alzheimer’s disease could go hand in hand, study finds People with untreated high blood pressure have shown an increased risk of Alzheimer’s. The study author explains why treating high blood pressure is a "crucial factor" in reducing dementia risk.
HEALTH June 19 Kids with insufficient sleep could see spike in blood pressure, study finds Poor sleep habits have a ripple effect on all aspects of kids’ health — and a new study revealed that blood pressure is one of them. Researchers and doctors discussed the findings.
HEALTH June 14 Major health organization makes startling heart disease prediction: ‘Near-perfect storm’ A new report from the American Heart Association predicts that at least six in 10 U.S. adults could experience cardiovascular disease within the next 30 years. Learn more about the risk factors.
Ask a Doctor June 3 Ask a doctor: 'Why are my hands swelling and what should I do about it?' Some patients wonder why their hands are swelling — and what to do about it. In this installment of "Ask a Doctor," two health experts advise when to seek medical attention for swelling or edema.
Health May 29 Ask a doctor: ‘Why am I hearing my heartbeat in my ears?’ It can be startling to hear the “whooshing" sound of your own heartbeat in your ears. Two doctors shared details and insights about what causes this and whether it’s reason for concern.
VIDEO December 29, 2023 Study finds vibrating pill can reduce food intake by 40% Fox News contributor Dr. Marc Siegel says the pill stays in the stomach for four to five days and utilizes AI.
HEALTH December 26, 2023 New blood pressure procedure is ‘game-changing’ for people with uncontrolled hypertension, say doctors People with treatment-resistant hypertension could benefit from a new procedure. Dr. Samin Sharma, a cardiologist at the Mount Sinai Cardiovascular Clinical Institute, shared details.
VIDEO November 17, 2023 Study: Cutting a teaspoon of salt works just as well as blood pressure medications FOX News' medical contributor Dr. Janette Nesheiwat on the latest study of the correlation of salt and blood pressure
HEALTH November 17, 2023 Reducing salt intake by just 1 teaspoon a day has same effect as blood pressure meds, study finds A new study in the Journal of the American Medical Association suggests that cutting just 1 teaspoon of salt per day could have the same effect as taking blood pressure medication.
LIFESTYLE September 23, 2023 What is ayahuasca? Pastor of ayahuasca-based church reveals the history and truth behind the drug Ayahuasca is an Amazonian plant medicine that has a unique effect that some people call spiritual. Pastor Derek Januszewski of Pachamama Sanctuary in Maine shared more detail.
HEALTH September 21, 2023 High blood pressure a concern worldwide, leading to death, stroke, heart attack: How to stop a 'silent killer' Experts shared thoughts with Fox News Digital about a new report from the World Health Organization on the global impact of hypertension — and how to fight this "silent killer."
HEALTH September 10, 2023 Want a more accurate blood pressure reading? Try lying down when it's taken, new study suggests Lying down while getting blood pressure taken could yield a more accurate reading, according to findings from the American Heart Association's Hypertension Scientific Sessions 2023.
HEALTH September 1, 2023 Skipping the salt can reduce heart disease risk by almost 20%, study finds: ‘Know what you are consuming’ Skipping the salt could slash heart disease risk by nearly 20%, according to research presented at the annual meeting of the European Society of Cardiology, which was held in Amsterdam this week.
HEALTH August 17, 2023 A single alcoholic drink per day could raise blood pressure, says study New research from the American Heart Association revealed that having as little as one alcoholic beverage per day could cause blood pressure to spike. Doctors weighed in.
HEART HEALTH May 6, 2023 Medical research on cellphone use says chatting for this amount of time per week can raise blood pressure risk A new study published in the European Heart Journal found that even a very small amount of time spent each week talking on cellphones can raise people's risk of high blood pressure.
HEALTH March 16, 2023 Maternal death rate is on the rise in the US, the CDC reports The CDC's new report, out this week — about the maternal mortality rates for 2021 — showed an upward trend in women who died of maternal causes in the U.S.
HEALTH March 2, 2023 Black women ages 20-50 are twice as likely to have high blood pressure than White women, says new study Black women face almost double the risk of developing high blood pressure in their childbearing years, according to a study published by the American Heart Association; it admitted its limitations.
Health March 1, 2023 Irregular sleep could put you in the danger zone for heart disease, says study Those who go to bed and wake up at different times or have disrupted sleep could face a higher risk of heart disease, according to a new study from the American Heart Association.
HEALTH February 9, 2023 Getting sepsis in the hospital is a red flag for future heart attacks, study finds Patients who get sepsis while hospitalized are more likely to return to the hospital for a stroke, heart attack or heart failure, says a study in the American Heart Association's journal.
HEART HEALTH February 1, 2023 Educate yourself about heart disease and participate in Wear Red Day during February, American Heart Month Americans celebrate Nation Wear Red Day in the month of February to support the millions of people suffering from heart disease in the United States.
HEART HEALTH January 17, 2023 Care about your heart? Try getting better sleep, new study suggests A new study from Columbia University's Mailman School of Public Health evaluated the American Heart Association's recently expanded metric that now includes sleep as it relates to heart health.
HEALTH December 20, 2022 Grant Wahl's sudden death from an aortic aneurysm: What to know about the condition After sports journalist Grant Wahl passed away recently during the World Cup from a ruptured aortic aneurysm, here's what to know about the condition, about the heart and more; experts weigh in.
