Very high levels of “good” cholesterol may be harmful
Very high levels of high-density lipoprotein (HDL or “good”) cholesterol may be associated with an increased risk of heart attack and death, according to research presented at ESC…
Simple leg exercises could reduce impact of sedentary lifestyles on heart and blood vessels
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 blood vessels. New…
Breastfeeding may help protect mothers against stroke
Breastfeeding is not only good for babies, there is growing evidence it may also reduce the risk for stroke in post-menopausal women who reported breastfeeding at least…
Prevention and Cessation Best Options to Reduce Tobacco-Related Heart Disease
Tobacco use is the leading preventable cause of death in the world and encompasses a variety of products, including cigarettes, e-cigarettes and smokeless tobacco. Combustible cigarettes remain the…
Stress during pregnancy increases risk of mood disorders for female offspring
A study in Biological Psychiatry examines the effects of maternal cortisol levels on brain connectivity and behavior in offspring