Increased levels of an inflammatory gene (IL1), which contributes to brain inflammation and cognitive decline. These findings ...

LMU researchers identify a crucial signaling pathway -- with therapeutic potential. Atherosclerosis is the most common cause of life-threatening cardiovascular diseases. The disease involves ...

Two conditions within this category are atherosclerosis and arteriosclerosis, which are often confused. Both conditions involve changes in the arterial walls. However, arteriosclerosis is the ...

Even though mini-stroke symptoms go away, they should never be ignored. Common symptoms include: If you or someone else experiences these symptoms, seek immediate medical attention, even if they ...

Atherosclerosis is a chronic, systemic, inflammatory and metabolic disease and pathologic process characterized by the accumulation of cholesterol and calcium plaque within the arterial wall.

Scientists in China have potentially developed a vaccine to prevent plaque build-up in arteries, which could lead to heart attacks and strokes. Their ...