veins or capillaries Arteries carry blood away from the heart towards an organ Veins carry blood from an organ towards the heart. Blood full of oxygen is called oxygenated blood. Blood with oxygen ...

High blood pressure, or hypertension, is often called the “silent killer” because it doesn’t usually cause noticeable ...

Drink water regularly to stay hydrated, as dehydration can affect blood sugar levels. Avoid sugary drinks like sodas and ...

An expert has revealed an unusual warning sign of high cholesterol in the hands that should trigger “alarm bells”.

“Cold temperatures can increase the risk of heart attacks and strokes, as well as respiratory infections like flu, and people with cardiovascular disease are more at risk,” warns Joanne Whitmore, ...

“When you are cold, blood vessels narrow in your skin and fingers and toes, so that less heat is lost,” says Julie Ward, senior cardiac nurse at the British Heart Foundation. “But this narrowing ...