The data on the health effects from smoking cigarettes has been clear for decades. Today, tobacco use causes nearly 1 in 5 ...

While it’s well-known that issues like high blood pressure, diabetes, smoking and not enough exercise are risk factors for a ...

Lifestyle and health factors that are linked with heart disease appear to have a greater impact on cardiovascular risk in women than men, according to a study being presented at the American College ...

Some people are at greater risk of complications. By quitting smoking, you can avoid a major risk factor for heart disease. HCM is a genetic condition that can make it harder for your heart to ...

Research indicates that the repercussions of smoking on women are particularly severe compared to those on men, underlining ...

Evidence is stacking up about the influence of cannabinoids on cardiovascular disease, and newer, synthetic options are ...

A former smoker who almost died from a heart attack says he does not want others to go through the same "living nightmare".

The U.S. Surgeon General issued an advisory in January highlighting the cancer risks associated with even small amounts of ...

Vaping has been found to increase both heart rate and blood pressure. It can put your cardiovascular system in a state of ...

Heart disease remains a leading cause of death, and in recent years, progress in reducing heart-related deaths has stalled.

New research suggests having low magnesium can also increase your risk. Several studies have found that low magnesium can ...