Should we all be concerned about our cortisol levels? I took a blood stress test and spoke with experts to find out.

Meanwhile, a similar blood test is already being used by a British doctor working in Hong Kong, where there is a high incidence of heart disease. Trials of this test are already taking place in ...

A vitamin B12 blood test is one way to know if you’re B12 deficient. Some people opt for a urine test instead. Learn when ...

Heart disease is the leading cause of death worldwide, but the good news is that many of its risks can be managed or even ...

Valvular heart disease, sometimes called heart valve disease, is when one or more of your heart valves don't work properly. Your heart's four valves keep blood moving in the right direction, but a ...

People often let chronic conditions such as high blood pressure and diabetes go for a long time without treatment. Here’s why ...

Skeletal muscle fat infiltration (IMAT) is linked to coronary microvascular dysfunction and increased cardiovascular risk, ...

As we age, our bodies go through many changes, and one area that deserves extra attention is blood sugar control. Blood sugar, or glucose, is the body’s main source of energy, but when it gets too ...

Most people know that body fat stored around the midsection can spell disaster for cardiovascular health. But Harvard ...