Health News

Depression Drugs Can Hurt Your Heart
Depression is known to increase the risk of heart disease. Now, a new study shows that antidepressant drugs - separate from the effects of the disease itself - may have an effect on heart health.
New Findings on Hormone Replacement Therapy
You may remember some years ago when a large women's study was stopped because one of the therapies being tested was shown to actually increase the risk of breast cancer, heart attacks and strokes.
Disease Fighting Tangerines
Tangerines are not just deliciously sweet fruits, they are also good for you. New research shows that tangerines can help protect against obesity and other health problems.
A Smoking Heart
Smoking just isn't good for you, we all know that. But for those who have been unable to stop, there may be new therapies developed which could positively influence disease risk for people still smoking.
Bariatric Surgery Risk Calculator
Obesity is a national health problem that causes significant illness and disability. A new method for determining the risk for complications from bariatric surgery may steer more physicians and patients towards considering it as an option. 
Sherlock Holmes While You Sleep
Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States. That is why it's important to diagnose the disease early. According to a new study, attaching a device to people's finger while they sleep can easily identify those at risk of heart disease.
Sunshine's Vitamin and Your Heart
Not getting enough vitamin D has been linked to weak bones. Now, results from a new study show that having low levels of vitamin D may lead to a variety of heart and blood pressure problems.
Take a Break from Eating
How can not eating food be healthy, you ask? Well, new research shows that fasting may be good for your heart and diabetics.
Exercise Decreases Salt’s Effect on Blood Pressure
Evidence mounts from all corners to continue a regular exercise program and low-salt diet.   A new study supports this recommendation and shows an inverse relationship in the amount of exercise one gets and the effect salt intake has on their blood pressure.
Pricey Cardiac Pills
One of the most important things that heart patients can do to better their health is to take the drugs they are prescribed. However, many patients skip out on their pills, often because prescription drugs costs are high.