Millions more adults should consider starting cholesterol-lowering medications earlier to reduce their risk of heart attack ...

The American Heart Association advised changes to preventive cardiac care that it says could markedly reduce heart attacks and strokes.

The AHA urges doctors to begin screening and treating patients who are still in their 30s, well before the risks of a heart attack and stroke are higher.

The American College of Cardiology (ACC), the American Heart Association and nine other leading medical associations, today issued an updated guideline for the management of dyslipidemia-abnormal ...

ACC/AHA guidance also gives boost to non-cholesterol tests ...

Major medical organizations updated the cholesterol playbook for the first time in years, with new risk tools, lower targets and earlier treatment recommendations.

Today, the American College of Cardiology (ACC) and American Heart Association (AHA), in partnership with multiple other societies, released new guidelines for the management of patients with ...

The test can help assess your lifetime risk for cardiovascular disease. That, along with earlier treatment for high ...

The problem starts with how doctors typically test for heart disease. Traditional lipid panels focus on cholesterol—a waxy substance that can build up in arteries—and triglycerides, a type of fat that ...

American pecans are gaining attention as a nutrient-rich nut supported by growing scientific research for their benefits in maintaining cardiovascular wellness.

Cashews are a great source of magnesium, an essential mineral that support heart and muscle health. Foods with more magnesium than cashews include nuts, seeds, and leafy greens.