Depressed adolescents face increased heart disease risk Adolescents with major depression or bipolar disease face an increased risk of early heart disease and may need early intervention to prevent it, according to a scientific statement from the American Heart Association (AHA).
FDA warned consumers recently on 'herbal Viagra' linked to Odom U.S. health authorities warned consumers recently about the dangers of so-called herbal Viagra - non-prescription products sold to enhance sexual performance - reportedly used by former NBA star Lamar Odom, who is in critical condition in a Nevada hospital.
Some supplements on market contain untested stimulant More than two years after U.S. health regulators discovered an amphetamine-like stimulant in dietary supplements containing Acacia rigidula, products containing the substance remain on the market, a study has found.
More doctors unclogging heart arteries through wrist During artery unclogging procedures, doctors are increasingly accessing the heart through a vein in the wrist, rather than in the groin.
7 heart attack symptoms women shouldn’t ignore An estimated 38,000 women under age 50 have heart attacks each year in the U.S. But heart trouble can easily be confused with other ailments, like indigestion. Check out our symptom decoder so you don't miss any warning signs.
Sex after a heart attack: Is it safe? For most patients, having a heart attack can be a frightening, life-changing experience. In the days and weeks that follow, survivors are often reluctant to engage in any physical activity—including sex. We talked to an expert to find out how long you should wait before hitting the sheets with your partner
Holiday heart syndrome: How to reduce your risk Over the holidays, the combination of too much food and alcohol can lead to a serious condition known as "holiday heart syndrome." Cardiologist Dr. Kevin Campbell fills us in on how to reduce your risk this year
Secondhand Smoke Tied to Bad Heart Failure Outcomes If you have chronic heart failure, being around a smoker may be bad for your physical and mental well-being
Married people have lower risk of cardiovascular disease, study shows Marriage is an affair of the heart – and it may even protect your ticker as well.
Aspirin risks may outweigh benefits in healthy adults Healthy adults who take daily aspirin to stave off heart disease may be inviting more harm than benefit, according to a new review of past studies
