Heart disease, specifically coronary disease, is a common health issue affecting around 18 million American adults. The coronary arteries play a vital role in supplying the heart muscle with essential ...

Investigators have uncovered a way to unleash in blood vessels the protective effects of a type of fat-related molecule known as a sphingolipid, suggesting a promising new strategy for the treatment ...

Both overweight and obesity can increase the risk of developing coronary artery disease. Maintaining a healthy diet and a moderate weight can help decrease the chance of this and other heart ...

Scientists have designed an immunotherapy that reduces plaque in the arteries of mice, presenting a possible new treatment strategy against heart disease. The antibody-based therapy could complement ...

To continue reading this content, please enable JavaScript in your browser settings and refresh this page. Coronary artery disease (CAD) is the most prevalent form of ...

Coronary artery disease (CAD) is one of the leading causes of heart attacks worldwide, yet it often develops silently over years. The condition occurs when fatty deposits, or plaque, build up in the ...

A commonly prescribed drug could be more effective than aspirin for long-term heart disease prevention. Analysis of nearly 29,000 patients with coronary artery disease (CAD) suggests the blood thinner ...

Individuals with coronary artery disease (CAD) - a constricting or blocking of blood vessels feeding the heart - face increased risks of strokes, cognitive impairment and dementia. However, the link ...

Men begin developing coronary heart disease - which can lead to heart attacks - years earlier than women, with differences ...