But the good news is there are ways to reduce your risk.

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. All too often, the risk factors for heart disease – from high blood pressure to high cholesterol – aren’t addressed until after a ...

The new guidelines aim to give doctors and their patients an individualized and clear path to follow. Heart disease remains the leading cause of death worldwide, according to the ...

New findings presented at the American Heart Association’s Scientific Sessions are highlighting new efforts to prevent heart disease. Dr. Nishant Shah, an American Heart Association volunteer and ...

Cardiology groups say adults as young as 30 should assess cholesterol risk and consider treatment to prevent heart attacks ...

The number of deaths attributable to heart disease, particularly acute myocardial infarction and ischemic heart disease, has declined significantly in the United States over the past 50 years or so, ...

“Structural heart disease” is an umbrella term that refers to conditions that affect different structures within the heart. Some of these problems can be present at birth, while others develop later ...

Estrogen levels drop when perimenopause and menopause start, and the risk of heart disease increases. This is because estrogen may have heart-protective effects. Menopause can cause many symptoms, ...

Research in different cohorts confirms that ultra-processed foods are linked to a heightened risk of heart disease. The ...

Higher blood pressure during young adulthood is likely linked to a higher risk of heart disease and kidney disease later in ...

Heart disease may contribute to changes in sexual function, such as reduced libido, vaginal dryness, or erectile dysfunction. However, sexual activity is safe and healthy for most people with heart ...