Cardiovascular Center

Other Factors

  • Heart Disease: Keep Your Gums Healthy

    People with gum disease are more likely to have heart disease than people with healthy gums.

  • Get to the Heart of Oral Health

    Evidence is mounting that people with periodontal (gum) disease may be more at risk for heart disease and stroke.

  • Air Pollution Can Break Your Heart

    Most people know air pollution can hurt your lungs and make it tough to breathe. But a growing body of research shows air pollution can be as bad or worse for your heart.

  • Alcohol and Your Heart

    Alcohol may have some health benefits, including lowering the risk for heart disease, but it may also lead to abusive drinking and other diseases.