Researchers says sleep duration is just as important for heart attack risk as other factors such as smoking and an unhealthy diet.

When it comes to reducing the risk of vascular disease, Dr Ross Walker says it is hypertension, and not high cholesterol, that should be focused on.

Statins can reduce the risk of cardiovascular events but can also cause serious side effects when taken.

Christine Goodall was shocked when she was diagnosed with heart failure – she initially dismissed her symptoms as just regular signs of getting older.

Heart disease currently kills around 17.3 million people worldwide each year and claims the life of one Australian every 28 minutes.

The study proved that having a dog can be incredibly beneficial to your overall wellbeing.

The Heart Foundation says healthy Aussies can consume full-fat milk, cheese and yoghurt without increasing their risk of heart disease and stroke.

New research shows that many over-65s are actually suffering from silent strokes when they undergo elective, non-cardiac surgery.

Heart failure affects around half a million Australians and a new report highlights the states where people are most likely to be hospitalised due to the condition.