Does the key to stopping cancer lie in the heart? Cardiologist Nicholas Leeper digs into emerging scientific research on the link between the world's two leading causes of death, heart disease and cancer, sharing how their biological origins may be connected -- and treatable with the same therapeutics. A call to challenge dogma and break down traditional silos in science, with the hope of saving lives.

Nicholas Leeper: Is there a link between cancer and heart disease?

Is there a link between cancer and heart disease?

Cardiologist and translational researcher

Discover how the top hotspot for heart attacks on chromosome 9 intersects with a well-known cancer gene, challenging disease separation.

A groundbreaking study reveals controlling heart disease factors may also lower cancer risk, urging a holistic health approach.

New therapies targeting shared genetic pathways could revolutionize treatment for the world's leading killers: heart disease and cancer.