While the number of heart attacks are decreasing for men they are on the rise for women. In fact, cancer, lung disease, and even accidents are the cause of fewer deaths. The number one cause of death for women is cardiovascular disease. February is Heart Health Awareness Month and a perfect time to focus on […]
A new research study has found that lower heart attack risk is linked to a rare genetic mutation. The mutation, which shuts down a single gene, was connected to both lower levels of cholesterol and a 50 percent reduction of the risk of heart attack. The gene, known as NPC1L1, is the target of the […]
A recent study shows that one glass of red wine is not as good for the heart as initially suspected. It was originally thought that a glass or two on a night could actually help people recover after a heart attack. Now it has been found that the cardiovascular health could be improved by reducing […]
