Heart disease

Does a common heart attack pill help everyone? Studies disagree

Two sharply contradictory reports were presented on Saturday at a large cardiology meeting in Madrid.

 Illustrative photo shows various medicine pills in their original packaging
PEOPLE WALK in the center of Jerusalem. How many steps does one need per day in order to get health benefits?

Why media covers easy fixes and not real health crisis - opinion

Ozzy Osbourne performs in Rish Lezion on Sunday night, July 10, 2018.

Rock legend Ozzy Osbourne died of heart failure, death certificate reveals

 Study finds 1 in 6 older adults take aspirin for heart disease prevention despite new guidelines.

Study finds 1 in 6 older adults take aspirin for heart disease prevention despite new guidelines


Poor habits cause death more than disease - opinion

American Heart Association found that 40% to 63% of cases of sudden cardiac arrest are preventable just by eliminating eight risk factors. It all comes down to our behaviors.

 Smoking a cigarette (illustrative)

Seven-year study reveals hidden cognitive risks linked to prolonged sitting

The study emphasizes that beyond regular physical activity, there is critical importance in reducing overall sitting time during the day.

 Seven-year study reveals hidden cognitive risks linked to prolonged sitting.

Israeli breakthrough identifies key defective gene in common heart disease

This discovery is predicted to transform genetic screening and treatment protocols for patients worldwide.

A heart

World’s first artificial heart recipient discharged, marking medical breakthrough

The recipient underwent a six-hour operation in November, surviving on the artificial heart for over 100 days until a donor heart transplant could occur in early March.

 BiVACOR CEO Dr Daniel Timms pictured with the artificial heart.

Sweetened drinks linked to risk of irregular heart beat that raises the danger of a stroke

New medical research shows a correlation between drinking sugar and artificially sweetened drinks with a higher risk for irregular heart rhythms known as atrial fibrillation.

 Un empleado trabaja con células madre en el laboratorio del doctor Ali Ertuerk en Múnich, Alemania 23 de abril de 2019.

Pulse check: Beating heart disease

Dr. Donna Zfat-Zwas, a cardiologist and the director of the Linda Joy Pollin Cardiovascular Wellness Center for Women at Hadassah Hospital Ein Kerem, delves into women's heart health.

Pulse check: Beating heart disease

The medical establishment's role in heart attack rehabilitation - opinion

The third installation of a coach's advice on life after a heart attack.

 Even the coach can have a heart attack

Health lessons to learn from a coach's experience with a heart attack - opinion

Switching to a whole-foods, plant-based diet can help reverse heart disease.

 Even the coach can have a heart attack

How bone health can be tested by walking one kilometer - study

The researchers stress that walking limitations may have many causes beyond weak bones, from heart disease to arthritis.

Residents in Jerusalem walk through the city (illustrative).

Discovery paves the way for innovative therapeutic strategies in managing cardiac conditions

An RNA-binding protein was identified by scientists in Jerusalem and Germany as a key player in weakened heart muscles.

 Monitor your symptoms carefully if you're at risk of a heart attack

This simple action could help reduce the risk of heart disease

Climbing just 50 steps a day can cut your heart disease risk by 20%.