No one likes getting wrinkles, but a new study suggests that some wrinkles may be more than just a sign of aging — they might signal heart disease risk. The study, from researchers in France, found that people with numerous, deep forehead wrinkles —  more than is typical for their[…]

Consider the amazing human heart, the organ that pumps life-giving oxygenated and nutrient-rich blood throughout our bodies on a precise schedule. Now researchers are learning that this marvelous machine, the size of a fist and weighing on average less than 10 ounces, also possess a level of intelligence they are[…]

What time of the day are heart attacks most common, why? How do we know if someone is having a heart attack and what should we do if someone has an attack? You’ve probably heard all the risk factors for a heart attack. Family history, high blood pressure, being overweight, a sedentary lifestyle,[…]

Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) is a lifesaving technique useful in many emergencies, including a heart attack or near drowning, in which someone’s breathing or heartbeat has stopped. The Heart Saver Institude recommends that everyone — untrained bystanders and medical personnel alike — begin CPR with chest compressions. It’s far better to[…]