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Cardiovascular diseases

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European Commission goes after bad cholesterol and high blood pressure

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Smokers know tobacco causes cancer but less about heart risks

A new research covering more than 240,000 smokers across 46 countries finds little progress in understanding the cardiovascular damage caused by tobacco — raising questions about whether decades of health warnings are getting through.

Health news

Taking the stairs could be better for your heart than you think

Taking the stairs can significantly reduce the risk of dying from cardiovascular disease, according to a major new study.

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Too much ‘football fever’? Your heart might not like World Cup mania

Watching your team play can send your heart racing as fast as if you were sprinting, and for some fans that carries genuine medical risks.

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Wine vs beer vs spirits: Which is the least bad for your health?

A study of 340,000 adults suggests not all alcohol carries the same risk - even at low to moderate levels, beer, cider and spirits were linked to higher mortality, while wine was associated with a lower risk.

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Weight loss drugs can help heart attack recovery, study

Weight-loss medication improves blood flow and can reduce the chance of complications, a new study has found.

Europe in Motion

Europe's noisiest nations: When sound becomes a health risk

Long-term high noise exposure is linked to cardiovascular, metabolic and mental health issues. A new report reveals Europe's loudest and quietest corners.

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Are you a night owl? New study links late nights to heart disease

Regularly sleeping late may increase the risk of heart attack or stroke, according to a new study.

wellbeing

Laughter yoga: The surprising way to boost heart and mental health

From lowering blood pressure and reducing inflammation to improving heart health and relieving stress, laughter has the power to trigger a number of positive chemical and physical benefits.

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EU targets tobacco, unhealthy diets in new push against heart disease

The European Union’s new ‘Safe Hearts Plan’ aims to cut cardiovascular deaths by 25 per cent in the next decade.

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How is cardiovascular disease affecting Europe’s health and economies?

A new European report warns of the burden of cardiovascular diseases – the leading cause of death for the last two decades, now accounting for one‑third of all deaths every year.

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UK doctors urge crackdown on energy drinks, citing heart health risks

After doctors asked the patient to stop consuming energy drinks, his blood pressure returned to normal.

Europe in Motion

How do environmental factors affect cardiovascular disease in Europe?

In the EU, factors such as air pollution, extreme temperatures, and chemicals are estimated to cause at least 18% of all cardiovascular disease deaths, with Poland among the most affected.

Health news

How the flu, COVID-19, and common viruses could hurt your heart health

A new analysis found that viral infections raise heart health risks in both the short and long term.

Health news

How the body clock affects heart health, and 5 ways to optimise it

Heart health experts share tips on how to synchronise the circadian rhythm in order to boost health and wellbeing.

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Under 10,000 steps? Here’s the best walking habits for heart health

One long walk per day is better than multiple short walks when it comes to heart health, a new study finds.

Healthcare

Anti-obesity drugs boost heart health beyond weight loss, study finds

The findings suggest weight loss drugs independently affect heart health risks, researchers said.