Last year, Ardem Patapoutian got a tattoo. An artist drew a tangled ribbon on his right arm, the diagram of a protein called Piezo. Patapoutian, ...

Heart doctors are capturing images of the inside of heart arteries, helping them watch plaque respond to cholesterol drugs in ...

Nourishing your arteries with foods like berries, beans, and fish is crucial for preventing plaque buildup and reducing heart disease risk. These nutrient-rich options, alongside leafy greens and nuts ...

A blocked coronary artery causing an acute heart attack must be opened immediately with a stent procedure. However, if other coronary arteries also appear to be narrowed, it is safe to wait and treat ...

Support smoother blood flow with easy, cardiologist-backed habits that fit into your routine and help you actively protect long-term heart health. Many people worry about heart attacks, but the real ...

Your meal is a body fuel and it can contribute a lot even in the maintenance of your arteries. By beginning to consume omega-3-rich foods, fatty acids and antioxidants, it would assist in decreasing ...

A large Mayo Clinic study shows that current guidelines fail to detect nearly 90% of people with familial ...

When it gets cold, your body tightens blood vessels to keep warm, which can make your blood pressure go up. This extra strain on your heart is risky, especially if you're already vulnerable. Luckily, ...

Stroke and heart attack are life-threatening conditions that require emergency medical attention, but they differ in the affected organ and symptoms.

A surprising new discovery by Prof. Ami Aronheim and his team at the Technion–Israel Institute of Technology shows that in ...