For most of the 20th century, cardiovascular disease (CVD) was perceived to be a predominantly male condition, leading to ...

As of 2026, cardiovascular disease (CVD) remains the No. 1 killer of women, with nearly 45% of women aged 20+ living with ...

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"We have to stop treating cardiovascular disease as unexpected or inevitable," writes Dr. Sadiya Khan.

What if doctors could determine heart health before ever stepping into the operating room? At Kennesaw State University, ...

Low-carb and low-fat diets can lead to weight loss, but which is better for heart health? Cardiologists share foods that fit ...

Elizabeth Cooney is a cardiovascular disease reporter at STAT, covering heart, stroke, and metabolic conditions. You can reach Liz on Signal at LizC.22. Women’s bodies are different from men’s in ways ...

Risk of heart disease grew about 3% for every day over 100.4 degrees Fahrenheit.

Individuals with long COVID have an increased risk for developing cardiovascular disease, according to a study.

Share on Pinterest Heart disease remains the leading cause of death in the United States, while stroke has climbed to the fourth main cause. Busà Photography/Getty Images Deaths from heart disease and ...

A novel study has revealed a link between extreme weather and the risk of cardiovascular disease among middle-aged and older ...

Coronary heart disease (CHD) can develop for a long time without pronounced symptoms, which complicates its timely detection. Ekaterina Paukova, a cardiologist at the Sberbank Health medical company, ...