One of the biggest risk factors for heart disease is plaque buildup in the arteries. When plaque clogs the arteries, it reduces blood flow. This can lead to very serious health problems. In addition ...

This article was reviewed by Craig Primack, MD, FACP, FAAP, FOMA. Atherosclerosis happens when a fatty substance called plaque builds up inside your arteries. There are typically few noticeable ...

Atherosclerosis (also known as clogged arteries) is one of the leading types of cardiovascular disease. While medications like statins can help keep them in check, unclogging arteries without surgical ...

Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States. Since researchers first established the link between diet, ...

NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - Depression appears to increase the development of blood vessel plaques, known as atherosclerosis, a condition that can lead to heart attack, stroke, and a host of other ...

Novo Nordisk ($NVO) announced an update on their ongoing clinical study. Study Overview: Novo Nordisk is running a Phase 3 trial called “Effects ...

Scientists have been able to demonstrate that nerve signals are exchanged between arteries and the brain in atherosclerosis. LMU scientists have been able to demonstrate for the first time that nerve ...

New research reveals strong links between gum disease and heart problems. Plaque buildup in gums may signal increased ...

Dr. John Guerierro shakes the hand of patient Albert Ferkel at the Mercy Special Care facility in Nanticoke after a recent office visit. Aimee Dilger/the times leader As a production supervisor in a ...

A stroke can occur when a blood clot blocks a blood vessel carrying nutrients and oxygen to the brain, resulting in brain cell death. Doctors refer to this as an ischemic stroke. A blood clot may ...