For many years, doctors have encouraged people with obesity to lose weight in order to improve their heart health. Even modest weight loss can reduce strain on the heart, improve blood sugar levels, and lower blood pressure. Now, a major new study suggests that the latest generation of weight-loss medications may deliver significant blood pressure […]

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Millions of older adults worry about losing their strength and independence as they age. Many people fear not only serious illnesses such as heart disease or cancer but also the gradual loss of physical function that can make everyday tasks difficult. This condition, known as frailty, affects a growing number of older people around the […]

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A new study involving almost one million patients is challenging one of the most influential ideas in modern heart care. Researchers from Tulane University report that not all women with atrial fibrillation have a higher risk of stroke than men, despite what many medical guidelines have assumed for years. The findings could eventually affect how […]

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