3 Things Everyone With High Blood Pressure Needs to Know
High blood pressure contributes to over 1,100deaths per day. Learn how to control your hypertension and reduce your risk.
Latest Posts from R. Todd Hurst, MD, FACC
Can Antioxidant Supplements Prevent Heart Disease? The Answer May Surprise You
Dozens of randomized trials looking at antioxidants have now been completed. Find out what they revealed about antioxidants and heart disease.
Considering Statins? What a Cardiologist Wants You to Know
Not sure if you should take a statin? The first step in deciding they’re right for you is understanding the risks and benefits.
High Blood Pressure? These 3 Things Could Save Your Life
Almost all the deaths, diseases, and disabilities caused by high blood pressure are preventable. Find out how to keep hypertension in check.
Not All Blocked Arteries Should Be Fixed. Here's Why
Though we had long thought that every blockage should be fixed, we've learned that, in some cases, it’s not the best route.
Should You Be Taking Fish Oil? What a Cardiologist Tells His Patients
About 20 million people in the US take omega-3 supplements, mostly with the goal of preventing heart attacks and strokes. The question is, are they wasting their money, or getting essential health benefits?