As marijuana use grows, researchers want to know how it affects the heart
Apr 20, 2020
There’s a dearth of information – and some barriers to doing research – about the cardiovascular risks that may accompany the increasingly popular drug.
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Why black cardiologists are vital – and rare
Apr 15, 2020
Black cardiologists' numbers don't match the importance of the role they could play in fighting heart disease among African Americans.
Breathing wildfire smoke may raise risk of cardiac arrest
Apr 15, 2020
The tiny toxic particles in the smoke can trigger a series of events in the body that endanger the heart, according to a new study.
With symptoms blamed on stress, she pressed on – and learned the truth
Apr 14, 2020
A Philadelphia woman kept being told her problem was stress. But in her heart, she knew it was more.
What pregnant women with high blood pressure need to know about COVID-19
Apr 7, 2020
High blood pressure and other complications already raise the stakes for pregnant women. During the current coronavirus outbreak, women with those conditions need to keep in close touch with their doctors.
Dropping blood pressure may predict frailty, falls in older people
Mar 30, 2020
The falling rate of blood pressure after standing is associated with frailty and the number of falls in older people, a new study finds.
A look at allergies and heart health, with tips to endure pollen season amid coronavirus fears
Mar 18, 2020
While doctors warn allergy sufferers concerned about high blood pressure to avoid over-the-counter decongestants, more research is needed to determine the extent of the connection between allergies and heart health.
Traffic noise might increase diabetes, blood pressure risks
Mar 9, 2020
Chronic exposure to the source of traffic might drive up the risk of developing high blood pressure and diabetes, a new study suggests.
Not all black ethnic groups are the same when it comes to cardiovascular risks
Mar 5, 2020
New research found a big difference in cardiovascular disease risk factors among three black ethnic groups.
Could sunshine lower blood pressure? Study offers enlightenment
Feb 28, 2020
Exposure to sunlight might lower blood pressure, according to a new observational study of dialysis patients, but hold on to your sunscreen.