This stealthy condition creates a dangerous domino effect throughout your cardiovascular system that can culminate in life-threatening heart attacks and strokes. Understanding exactly how elevated ...

TIAs are caused by the same disease processes that produce stroke—blockage of the arteries to the brain from a blood clot, mostly due to atherosclerosis (fatty buildup in an artery) or embolism (when ...

Cardiovascular disease remains the leading cause of death in the United States and accounted for 941,652 deaths in 2022, according to a report published by the American Heart Association.

Despite progress, deaths from heart disease and stroke are still rising, with more than 400,000 women dying every year. Need a break? Play the USA TODAY Daily Crossword Puzzle. There are still ...

Historically, men have been the subjects of the research done to understand heart disease and stroke, which has been the basis for treatment guidelines and programs. This led to an oversimplified ...

Some research has suggested that long-term use of artificial sweeteners may heighten the risk of stroke, heart disease and even early death. lovelyday12 – stock.adobe.com Some research has ...

The research found that tea drinking was linked with a decreased risk of death from stroke, coronary heart disease, and overall cardiovascular disease when specific causes of death were examined.

Both chronic conditions are associated with an increased risk of stroke and heart attack. A new study has found a medication already used to treat people who have type 2 diabetes and/or chronic ...

Using hormonal birth control methods, such as "the pill," may increase users' risk of blood clots, strokes and heart attacks, a new study has found. However, even then, a person's overall risk of ...

A newly approved drug for type 2 diabetes and kidney disease, sotagliflozin, has shown remarkable benefits in reducing the risk of heart attacks and strokes, according to a study in The Lancet.

They also should think about cardiovascular disease, such as heart attacks and stroke. Heart disease is the No. 1 cause of death among women, and their risk as they hit menopause is similar to men ...