For many, checking in on heart health starts with a blood test to measure cholesterol levels and other markers of cardiovascular disease. However, this simple test is not the only one that doctors use ...

Women often put everyone else's health ahead of their own. When careers, families, and daily responsibilities are at the centre of the family, routine health check-ups are often neglected or delayed.

Heart disease is the leading cause of death for women, but many are unaware of their personal risk. A Nashville-based program is offering thousands of free heart screenings for women to promote early ...

Heart disease has been the leading cause of death in the United States for more than 100 years, yet diagnoses continue to climb. A study by The American Heart Association found 51% of Americans were ...

Dr. Lydia Pace explains which health screenings women should prioritize and why younger women should still stay proactive.

Your blood offers a treasure trove of health clues, but what are the top recommended blood tests for women-and which may be ...

Coronary artery calcium scans can offer a more precise estimate of a patient’s chances for major cardiac events. Some cardiologists say it remains underused. By Paula Span A long list of Lynda ...

A new three-pronged blood test can highlight people with a nearly tripled risk for heart attack, a new study says. The test relies on three blood markers linked to heart disease: lipoprotein a [Lp(a)] ...