Natural UV-protective compounds from algae are revealing unexpected biological activities. Scientists have found that certain natural compounds produced by algae and cyanobacteria may offer benefits ...

Heart attack symptoms in women can differ from the classic warning signs portrayed in men. Women may notice symptoms such as shortness of breath, nausea or overwhelming ...

What if a simple urine test could warn you about hidden kidney damage before symptoms even appear? It can—and that's exactly ...

Late-Breaking Science Abstract LB 003 - Procedures that remove plaque from a narrowed carotid artery in the neck or prop the artery open with a stent did not appear to be better at improving cognitive ...

A machine learning model incorporating functional assessments predicts one-year mortality in older patients with HF and improves risk stratification beyond established scores. Functional status at ...

If you're curious about your heart health, there are quick tests you can perform at home -- no equipment required.

The 5 second leg test is a simple self-check that looks for swelling in the legs or ankles as a possible early warning sign ...

SGMC Health is expanding its advanced cardiac imaging capabilities with the introduction of Positron Emission Tomography (PET) cardiac stress testing, offering patients faster, more accurate ...

Doctors may soon be able to tell just how sick a heart failure patient really is by using a routine MRI scan, thanks to new ...

Fine particles in the air during to pollution can enter the bloodstream, causing inflammation, high blood pressure, and a higher risk of heart attacks.

People with heart failure often need a test called right heart catheterization, where a tube is inserted into the heart to ...

A 58-year-old woman was admitted to the hospital 3 weeks after lumbar surgery because of diplopia and fever. Left leg pain and a rash had preceded the fever and diplopia. A diagnosis was made.