Nearly half of U.S. adults have high blood pressure, or hypertension, which occurs when the force of blood pushing against ...

High blood pressure, high cholesterol, smoking, lack of exercise, and obesity are all key risk factors for heart attack and ...

New research reveals that something most of us do daily could be fueling the high rates of heart attacks and strokes.

The study also showed that eating too much-added sugar can increase the risk of stroke or aneurysm. However, limited ...

There's been a rise in young and middle-aged U.S. adults experiencing catastrophic brain bleeds. A neurologist explains the ...

The causes and risk factors for stroke are well understood. A stroke, or the event that occurs when blood flow is interrupted or reduced, is often a consequence of a condition such as diabetes, ...

Amid all the gifts and good times, the holidays also come with a higher risk for medical emergencies, including stroke. Celebrations often include rich foods and alcohol; busier social calendars can ...

Drinking sweetened beverages can increase cardiovascular disease risk, but occasionally savoring sugary refreshments doesn't ...

Spanish nutritionist Pablo Ojeda has spoken out about the health benefits of a classic breakfast food - and it's not toast, ...

The World Stroke Organization notes that more than 12.2 million individuals experience stroke each year across the globe.

Stroke risks increase with age, most commonly striking people ages 65 and older — but the CDC says that the average age for a ...

Infection from COVID-19 appeared to significantly increase the risk of heart attack, stroke and death for up to three years among unvaccinated people early in the pandemic when the original SARS-CoV-2 ...