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A breakthrough device at LECOM Health in Erie shattered severe calcium buildup in a patient's artery, preventing amputation. The technology could save thousands facing limb loss from blocked leg arteries.
Wearable devices like smartwatches and rings are catching serious heart conditions that often go unnoticed during regular checkups. Cardiologists say these everyday gadgets are transforming how we prevent and detect cardiovascular disease.
An experimental pill designed to prevent heart disease slashed dangerous inflammation levels by 86% in just three weeks, offering fresh hope for millions at cardiovascular risk. The early results mark another breakthrough in treating chronic conditions through inflammation control.
One in four heart attack patients have none of the usual risk factors, yet they fare worse than those who do. After decades of research, scientists may have found the hidden culprit: chronic inflammation.
Doctors are discovering that erectile dysfunction isn't just a bedroom problem. It's an early warning sign that could predict heart disease years before it strikes.
A new study of 53,000 adults reveals that tiny daily changes add up to major heart health benefits. Just 11 extra minutes of sleep each night, paired with a few other small habits, can reduce cardiovascular risk significantly.
Heart disease kills more Americans than any other condition, but doctors say most cases are preventable. Top cardiologists share six lifestyle changes that can transform your heart health, and some might surprise you.
French scientists created an ultrasound so powerful it can see blood vessels thinner than a human hair without surgery. This breakthrough could transform how doctors diagnose and treat vascular diseases.
A major Oxford study analyzed 154,664 patients and found statins don't actually cause most side effects listed on their packages, including memory loss and depression. This breakthrough could save lives by helping millions overcome fears about taking these proven heart medications.
An experimental cholesterol-lowering medication could soon give patients a powerful new weapon against heart disease. The pill offers hope for people who can't tolerate existing treatments or need additional help managing their levels.
Medications that treat gout may also protect your heart, according to groundbreaking research involving over 109,000 patients. People who reached treatment targets saw up to 23% fewer heart attacks and strokes.
Two countries quietly reduced salt in packaged foods and could prevent over 100,000 heart problems in 20 years. Small changes in what manufacturers add to our food might save thousands of lives without anyone noticing a difference in taste.