Wildfire smoke threatens health of those near and far
Aug 15, 2018
More than 100 wildfires are blazing through parts of the western United States, including one in California that has grown to become the largest fire in the state’s history.
Heart Disease
Home-delivered meals keep heart failure patients out of hospital
Aug 14, 2018
The delivery of personalized, low-sodium meals to the homes of heart failure patients just out of the hospital has the potential to help them avoid rehospitalization in the days ahead, a new study shows.
With hurricane season underway, health experts urge more support for the vulnerable
Aug 10, 2018
Stroke survivor José Maldonado returned to his native Puerto Rico to help after Hurricane Maria, one of three hurricanes that slammed the U.S. last year. Medical care and medications can be scarce after a hurricane, according to experts.
They’re investing in research to treat irregular heartbeats, like their own
Aug 7, 2018
More than $28 million is being invested into researching atrial fibrillation by those personally affected by the condition.
New blood test is better, faster at diagnosing a heart attack
Aug 6, 2018
A new and more precise blood test can rule out heart attacks in U.S. patients faster than traditional tests, according to new research.
A better way to predict heart attacks and strokes in space
Jul 30, 2018
Researchers may have developed a more reliable way to predict the risk of heart attack and stroke in astronauts - and the technique may eventually help gauge the same danger for regular folks on Earth, too.
Heart rhythm disorder 'major public health challenge and socioeconomic burden'
Jul 20, 2018
Emergency room visits for atrial fibrillation are soaring. Added to the number of people admitted to the hospital for the condition, it’s contributing to “an alarming growth” in its economic burden to the country, according to a new study.
Multivitamins don't ward off heart disease, stroke
Jul 10, 2018
Millions of Americans take multivitamins as a quick fix for the nutrients missing from their diets. Some may think they’re good for heart and brain health. But the popular supplements don’t prevent heart disease or stroke, a new study shows.
After nearly dying, longtime volunteer advocates for science
Jul 10, 2018
For decades, Bernard Dennis had a high-pressure technology career and an unhealthy lifestyle. Three heart attacks and quadruple bypass surgery made him into an advocate for heart health.
World Trade Center response crews with PTSD face higher risk for heart attack, stroke
Jul 10, 2018
Post-traumatic stress disorder is a significant risk factor for heart attack and stroke, according to a new study of first responders who cleaned up debris at the World Trade Center after 9/11.
Guidelines Resource Center
The American Heart Association regularly releases guidelines and scientific statements for preventing and treating heart disease and stroke.
What do these guidelines mean for you? Should you change your medications? Should you see a doctor for treatment? How do you know if you’re healthy? You’ll find answers here in the Guidelines Resource Center.
