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Newer contraceptive pills may further raise risk of blood clots

Newer versions of the Pill may raise a woman’s risk of dangerous blood clots even more than older versions, a large U.K. study suggests.

5 natural ways to lower blood pressure

A few simple things can keep your blood pressure under control. The usual advice still holds—cut down on salt, quit smoking, eat lots of fruits and veggies, and do cardio exercise—but some of the new recommendations are even easier to follow. 

Heart health secrets from the vine

Wine's health benefits--especially for the heart--may surprise you.

'Hypertension' doesn't mean 'too much tension'

Not everyone understands what “hypertension” means, and as a result, some patients may not take their blood pressure medications as directed or manage lifestyle factors effectively, a new paper suggests.

Heart-healthy foods for your diet

February marks Valentine’s Day and it's also American Heart Month. Celebrate this month, and every month, by taking extra care of your heart. Purchase some tasty, delicious and nutritious foods that keep your heart pumping healthy and strong

Researchers say Beethoven's music evidence composer suffered irregular heartbeat

Researchers analyzing patterns in Beethoven’s music believe the famous composer may have suffered from an irregular heartbeat, evidenced by what they say are musical arrhythmias found in some of his work.

9-month-old boy brought back to life 3 times

A nine-month-old boy is defying the odds after being born with half of a heart and suffering cardiac arrest three times within his first weeks of life, The Birmingham Mail reported.

Northern Ireland leader blames heart attack on bad lifestyle

Northern Ireland's leader says he suffered a heart attack this week because he lives on junk food, gets too little sleep and no exercise.

Short people's genes may confer higher heart risks, study says

Short people have more risk for heart disease, and now researchers may know why: Genes that govern height also seem to affect cholesterol, especially in men.

High Blood Pressure Can Make You Emotion-Blind

People with high blood pressure have more trouble than others in picking up emotional cues, a new study finds