31 h. ago Scientists warn of surprising link between dental health and stroke risk

Traditional risk factors for stroke like high blood pressure and diabetes are widely scrutinised but oral health remains underestimated

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44 h. ago The biggest heart health breakthrough since statins? Largest study to date shows Ozempic can dramatically lower risk of major heart problems regardless of weight lost

In a major global study examining the jab's cardiovascular benefits, British scientists discovered they were apparent regardless of how much weight was lost.

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44 h. ago Cutting one thing from kids' diet could slash heart attack and stroke risk in later life

People were less likely to suffer heart attacks, heart failure and stroke if they cut one ingredient in early childhood

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44 h. ago Wegovy and Ozempic shown to slash risk of heart attack and stroke

Weight loss jabs like Wegovy and Ozempic have been shown to cut people’s risk of heart attack or stroke regardless of how much weight they lose - and belly fat is crucial

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44 h. ago Fat jabs ‘could prevent deadly heart attacks even if you DON’T lose weight’

OZEMPIC boosts your heart health even if you don’t lose weight, according to a study. Scientists at University College London found semaglutide, the active ingredient in diabetes medicine Ozempic and fat jab Wegovy, cut heart attack or stroke risk by 20 per cent. They found this was true regardless of how much weight the patient...

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3 d. ago Your neck measurement could reveal hidden risk of stroke and heart attack, experts claim

The size of your neck could raise your risk of potentially life-threatening health issues, two lecturers from Kingston University have warned.

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3 d. ago Study suggests starting HRT a decade before menopause could reduce health risks

It could lead to a lower risk of developing breast cancer or having a heart attack or stroke, analysis suggests

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7 d. ago New study finds four cups of hot drink daily 'slashes cholesterol and cuts blood pressure'

A new study into the health benefits of drinking tea has shown that Britain's favourite hot drink may actually help protect your heart and cut the risk of heart attack and stroke

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9 d. ago Risk of diabetes and stroke is increased by common morning habit, doctors warn

Experts publishing in the prestigious Journal of the American College of Cardiology warn this common morning habit could also put you at risk of becoming overweight

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1 week ago Top doctor names the common habits that could cause a deadly stroke: 'Damages the lining of your blood vessels'

Doctors warn that millions of Americans unknowingly practice daily habits that dramatically increase their stroke risk.

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2 w. ago ‘Exercise snacks’ can be a secret weapon to boost your health and fitness, study shows

Approximately 1.8 billion adults globally are at an increased risk of non-communicable diseases, such as heart attack and stroke, due to insufficient amounts of physical activity

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3 w. ago Time of day you should drink coffee to lower heart attack and stroke risk

A new study has found that drinking coffee at a certain time of day could reduce your risk of dying from a heart attack or stroke

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4 w. ago The 3 sleep symptoms that mean your child could have condition linked to heart disease and stroke – and why it’s rising

SLEEP APNOEA is a serious disorder where your breathing repeatedly stops and starts in your sleep. Over the years, the condition has been linked to a higher risk of stroke, heart disease and type 2 diabetes. Sleep apnoea is most common in adults, particularly those in middle age or older, but it can affect children,...

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last month Easy to miss warning sign of high cholesterol can be spotted in cold weather

Having high cholesterol can increase the risk of having a heart attack or stroke, and while the condition is often symptomless, there are some signs that may indicate you have it

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