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Biochemist Marie Maynard Daly uncovered what makes us tick
The first Black woman to earn a Ph.D. in chemistry, Daly made contributions to our understanding of the heart and DNA that are now common knowledge.
Millions of Americans take aspirin to prevent heart disease—but should they?
Aspirin should no longer be a go-to heart health tool, US health advisors say.
Kamila Valieva’s ‘doping’ drug probably doesn’t give athletes an edge
Trimetazidine can help with chest pain. But there's no hard proof that it would improve a figure skater's performance.
Aspirin has long been prescribed to prevent heart attacks. Now experts say it shouldn’t.
The side effects are not worth the potential benefits, especially for older adults.
What happens if you eat too much salt?
There’s a reason why some restaurants are required to label sodium on menus.
COVID cases are plaguing the Olympics even before they’ve begun
Here’s what you need to know about the pandemic this week.
A simple blood test could save new mothers. Why aren’t more doctors using it?
PPCM may not be as rare as we think—but it doesn't have to be a death sentence.
Plant-based diets aren’t always healthy
Certain vegetarian and vegan foods come with their own health risks.
5 heart-healthy foods—and 2 to absolutely avoid
If it feels hard to keep up with nutritional advice, don’t worry—cardiologists are here to help.