Background: Cardiovascular disease (CVD) causes more than 50% of deaths in patients with advanced chronic kidney disease (CKD). Clinical studies suggest that kidney-derived factors contribute to CVD ...

The Treasure state shares a border with Canada, which means it gets cold. Learn how local wildlife prepare for its harsh winters.

New research reveals that even five minutes of daily exercise can significantly lower blood pressure. A study found that replacing sedentary time with brief, intense activities like running or cycling ...

Microrobots may become an effective tool in breaking down the dangerous blood vessel blockages that cause strokes. But these ...

Scientists have found that they may be able to use the retina's blood vessels to help predict a person's heart disease risk ...

The first ever "humanized" model for aortic valve calcification paves the way for testing potential treatments.

Among the most dangerous issues facing patients in need of replacement mechanical heart valves is aortic regurgitation —  a ...

This new imaging technique, when applied to humans, could both improve our understanding of the circulatory system (veins, ...

Did you know? Sitting for long hours can affect your heart and blood sugar. Neurologist Dr. Sudhir Kumar recommends 10 squats every 45 minutes as an easy, effective way to stay active, boost ...

Heart attacks trigger a cascade of reactions in the body, and certain immune cells may worsen the damage by disrupting heart rhythm. A recent study reveals how a protein produced by these cells ...

Lab-based studies have provided lots of information on the biology of aging, but it’s unclear how lab discoveries apply to aging in the real world. Research in Aging Cell provides insights into aging ...