Tag Archive for 'Heart failure'

Long-term use of melatonin supplements, often used to promote sleep and address insomnia, was associated with a higher risk of heart failure diagnosis. Image credit: Gemini AI.

Long-Term Use of Melatonin Associated with Negative Health Effects

Nov 4, 2025 by News Staff

A review of five years of health records for more than 130,000 adults with insomnia who had used melatonin for at least a year found they were more likely...

Drinking one or more cups of caffeinated coffee may reduce heart failure risk.

Coffee Consumption Reduces Incident Heart Failure Risk, New Research Suggests

Feb 15, 2021 by News Staff

Higher intake of caffeinated coffee was found to be associated with reduced risk of heart failure in three large, well-known heart disease studies: the...

Brushing teeth frequently is linked with a lower risk of atrial fibrillation and heart failure. Image credit: Bruno Glätsch.

Good Oral Hygiene May Reduce Risk of Heart Problems, Study Says

Dec 3, 2019 by News Staff

Healthier oral hygiene by frequent tooth brushing and professional dental cleaning may reduce risk of atrial fibrillation (the most common cardiac arrhythmia)...

Six years of exercise, or lack of it, may be enough to change heart failure risk. Image credit: Skeeze.

Study: Increasing Physical Activity over 6 Years Enough to Lower Risk of Heart Failure

May 17, 2018 by News Staff

Increasing physical activity to recommended levels over as few as 6 years in middle age is associated with a decreased risk of heart failure, according...