Cardiovascular diseases

Health news

Just 1 in 9 people in France has optimal heart health, study finds

The study also found there were wide disparities depending on gender and socioeconomic background.

06/03/2025

Health news

Common gynaecological conditions linked to higher heart disease risk

Chronic inflammation, hormonal imbalances, and metabolic issues such as insulin resistance could contribute to the risk, researchers said.

26/02/2025

Health news

New report warns Europe is backsliding on serious health issues

How much progress has Europe made on health? Many challenges lie ahead, a new report from WHO Europe says.

25/02/2025

Nutrition

Eating an egg a week could help lower risk of dying from heart disease

Those who reported consuming up to six eggs per week showed a 29 per cent lower risk of cardiovascular disease-related death.

07/02/2025

Healthcare

AI to shape EU health policymaking without new rules

No specific initiatives on AI in healthcare are in sight but the inevitable impact of this technology will guide EU policymaking in the next five years, according to Commissioner Olivér Várhelyi.

15/01/2025

Health news

New AI tool that can predict death to be trialled on heart patients

The researchers said their model, which predicts risks of early death, could benefit patients with health conditions that affect the heart.

24/10/2024

Health news

Stroke deaths have fallen in Europe but are rising worldwide

Stroke prevention efforts should focus on high blood pressure, lifestyle, and environmental factors that can increase people’s risk, the study authors said.

19/09/2024

wellbeing

Cycling on your commute lowers risk of disease and poor mental health

A landmark study undertaken over two decades showed cyclists had about half the risk of dying compared with inactive commuters.

17/07/2024

Health news

Hungary to address gender gap in proposed EU cardiovascular plan

The Hungarian Presidency will address gender inequalities in cardiovascular diseases as part of its EU Cardiovascular Health (CVH) Plan, envisioned as a flagship health priority.

04/07/2024

Health news

Why your morning coffee could help beat the effects of sitting all day

Coffee might reduce the risks associated with sedentary behaviour, a new study showed. But it shouldn’t prevent you from taking active breaks.

28/06/2024

Nutrition

Study links ultra-processed food to higher cardiovascular disease risk

Researchers looked at the impact of a range of “plant-based” ultra-processed foods on your health, which confirmed other findings that link processed foods to health problems.

15/06/2024

Health news

Europe's 'silent killer': Experts on how to lower high blood pressure

Hypertension, while common, can lead to heart disease and stroke if unmanaged, leading medics to often refer to it as a "silent killer".

17/05/2024

Nutrition

Living near fast-food places could be bad for your heart health: study

Participants near the highest density of ready-to-eat food places had a 16 per cent greater risk of heart failure, according to a new study.

27/02/2024

Health news

Couples may share high blood pressure, new study claims

A new study of co-habiting heterosexual couples from across the world found that partners may share high blood pressure. Go figure.

06/12/2023

Health news

High doses of ADHD medication could increase risk of heart disease

Long-term treatment of ADHD may be linked to cardiovascular disease, but many people stop taking these medications in the first year.

28/11/2023

Health news

Any activity, even sleeping, is better for heart health than sitting

Even activities such as standing or sleeping were better than sedentary behaviour, a new study has found.

10/11/2023

wellbeing

These 8 healthy habits could slow down ageing by up to 6 years

Following a checklist of eight healthy metrics could reduce your biological age, according to an extensive new analysis.

07/11/2023

Health news

Anti-obesity drug market booming with new class of popular drugs

Designed to treat obesity, a new class of drugs is also an opportunity for investors.

24/08/2023

Health news

You can’t make up for lack of sleep over the weekend - study

A new study shows that heart rate and blood pressure also worsen over the week if you sleep just five hours per night.

10/08/2023

Health news

Weight-loss drug Wegovy could reduce risk of heart attack or stroke

Danish pharmaceutical company Novo Nordisk says the medicine could reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease. But they’re also facing a lawsuit about severe side effects of its main ingredient.

09/08/2023