LDL cholesterol — the so-called “bad” cholesterol — is known to narrow arteries, which can lead to heart attacks and strokes. It’s also now suspected of contributing to venous thromboembolism, new research suggests. #WTDay19 spr.ly/6015E7Jaf

You’ve vowed to lose weight. You step on the scale to mark the starting point toward your goal. Now, how often should you hop back on to check your progress? spr.ly/6014E7J0j

Poppy Sundeen knew her mother had heart problems, but she never considered the sore on her leg was a clue. She learned about peripheral artery disease (PAD) the hard way. spr.ly/6016E7J0I

Every year, Americans spend $22 billion on chocolate. While a box of chocolates may seem like the opposite of healthy, experts say it’s less about the occasional small indulgence and more about making good everyday food choices. spr.ly/6015E7JFR

In recent years, there’s been an increase in technology designed to address the needs of family caregivers. Find out what kinds of help are available. spr.ly/60131JkhX

Being active, in all forms and at all ages, is one of the best ways to prevent heart disease and improve overall health and well-being. It aids weight control and fitness and it can help in recovering from a heart episode or procedure. spr.ly/6010E7J2K

Cholesterol-lowering medications have been thoroughly studied and proven to reduce heart disease risk. Yet, misconceptions persist. Taking a look at some of the myths and why they’re not true. spr.ly/60181r00g

For heart attack survivors, working out may be the last thing they want to do. It should probably be the first. spr.ly/60141r2Me

What to know about sexual intimacy and heart disease. spr.ly/60141TdEA

Cardiovascular disease is a serious threat to women who have diabetes, but diets like Mediterranean and DASH could help them, new research shows. spr.ly/60181Td1e

Americans spend so many hours at work that it makes sense to view the office as a place to promote good health. spr.ly/60161Td1m

Kelly and Michael Blumenthal were excited for the arrival of their second child, Finn. At their 19-week pregnancy scan, they learned he had heart disease. spr.ly/60131TdG9

Winter means flu season. And, for those living with chronic conditions, such as heart disease, the flu can be seriously dangerous. spr.ly/60191TdHR

About 104 million U.S. adults should monitor their blood pressure outside the doctor's office, according to a new study. That might be the best way to account for sometimes skewed results. spr.ly/60121TdHC

Prepared properly, popcorn can be the feel-good nutritious hit of summer. Done wrong, it can get bad reviews. spr.ly/60131TdzX

Heart patient Lori Ann Wood notices fateful coincidences between her own life and the timelines of advances in science that ultimately saved her life. spr.ly/60111TdJN

Despite high blood pressure levels, few young adults are being treated for the disease. spr.ly/60191TdMH

Adults with high blood pressure, diabetes, heart disease and stroke who don't get at least six hours of sleep a night face serious health risks, new research suggests. spr.ly/60161TbtQ

An avid runner before his quadruple bypass surgery, Bobby Miller wanted to get back to that healthy habit as quickly as possible. spr.ly/60171mSoU

Postpartum cardiomyopathy survivor Marian Dancy of Columbus, Ohio, has a reminder: #WearRedDay is Friday, Feb. 7. Go Red for Women and raise awareness that cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death in women, claiming more lives than all cancers combined.