Blood thinners, also known as anticoagulants, are medications that help prevent blood clots, reducing the risk of strokes, heart attacks, and deep vein thrombosis. They can be life-saving, especially ...

The debate over whether people ages 60 and up should take aspirin continues as medical experts learn more about the potential pros and cons of long-term use. Aspirin is an over-the-counter medication ...

Heart disease may sound like one condition. But it actually refers to a broad group of conditions that affect the heart. Whether it's coronary artery disease, congestive heart failure, or a heart ...

I have a history of polyps. I recently had nasal polyps removed, and a previous colonoscopy had also revealed polyps. I have been put on a blood thinner (Xarelto) and an aspirin. Since I started ...

A new class of anticoagulant drugs on the horizon is taking fresh aim at one of cardiology’s toughest challenges: how to prevent blood clots that cause heart attacks and strokes, without leaving ...

Blood clots are a rare but possible complication after a COVID-19 infection. And your risk for clots stays elevated for a month after your infection, a new study found. The study, published today in ...

A blood clot is a potential complication after surgery. To help prevent blood clots, a doctor may advise doing exercises to promote blood flow, wearing compression garments, and taking blood-thinning ...