Cardiovascular Disorders and Diseases Articles

If blood cholesterol is raised, it is important to treat it as soon as possible because it could potentially lead to heart disease. Statins are a safe and effective way to lower blood cholesterol.

On this World Stroke Day, we look at 10 things every family needs to know about stroke. These are 10 essential facts about stroke that you may not be able to act upon if you are the person having the stroke, so make sure to share this article with others.

Dr. Deepak Srivastava of the Gladstone Institutes at the University of California at San Francisco recently announced a new gene therapy that can grow new heart tissue, although not, as some reports say, entire new human hearts.

Are you feeling weak and dizzy? You probably think it's because this summer is so hot — but you might actually be suffering from summer low blood pressure.

A scientific report found no evidence supporting current advice to restrict salt intake to as low as 1500mg per day to avoid raising blood pressure with associated risk of heart attacks and stroke. And lowering salt intake so low could even be harmful.

There really is a difference between the effects of saturated fat, unsaturated fat, and trans- fat on your health. But the most important risk factor in your diet for your cardiovascular health isn't fat at all.

Taking calls while monitoring blood pressure can alter the readings. One study has revealed that certain spikes are observed when patients take phone calls while getting their blood pressure monitored. Read on to find out more about the study.

Many recent studies have discovered a link between the lack of a good night's sleep and increased cardiovascular risk which could lead to heart disease.

On this World Blood Donor Day, we look at five reasons for giving blood.

On this World Hemophilia Day, we share the stories of five people who live with hemophilia, the struggles, and their triumphs over this ancient, debilitating disease.