Mediterranean diet may reduce stroke in women
Following a Mediterranean-style diet may reduce stroke risk in women over 40 but not in men – according to new research led by the University...
Heart & Lung
The Heart & Lung section explores heart and lung health, covering topics like personal lung cancer experiences, WHO’s anti-smoking strategies, heart attack awareness in women, and hypertension’s impact. It also highlights technological advancements in heart failure detection, strategies to reduce stroke risk, and the role of vitamin D in preventing atrial fibrillation. This section emphasizes the importance of comprehensive health awareness and innovative treatments in heart and lung care.
Take your places for the Heart Rhythm Congress
The annual Heart Rhythm Congress, which takes place this year between 7-10 October at the ICC in Birmingham, is the largest gathering of arrhythmia specialists...
Red flag tests for heart disease in women
Tests that ‘red flag’ the early signs of heart disease in women who had high blood pressure during pregnancy could be developed following a new...
Simple leg exercises can improve blood flow
A sedentary lifestyle can cause an impairment of the transport of blood around the body, which increases the risk of disease in the heart and...
You’re somebody’s type
Giving blood saves lives.
What is pneumonia?
What is pneumonia? Pneumonia is an infection of the lungs that can be caused by a variety of different pathogens, including viruses, bacteria, fungi, and...
Heart health in teens linked to high intensity exercise
High intensity exercise could be beneficial to heart health in teenagers, according to new research published in Experimental Physiology. Teenage years are an important stage...
Avoid cold water shock this summer
There is nothing more refreshing than a cool dip on a warm day. However, the RNLI, are highlighting the dangers of cold water shock that can...
How the heart is built in the womb
Understanding how the heart is built in the womb could help develop drugs and techniques to repair it in adult life, according to University of...
Mother’s heart beat linked to small babies
Pregnant women who develop high blood pressure, or have small babies, may have hearts that pump less blood with each beat. The findings, from Imperial...
