Want a short-term New Year's resolution you may be able to keep? Try Dry January.
Jan 3, 2023
People who take the Dry January pledge give up alcohol for a month. Can it make a healthy difference?
Prevention
AHA News' most-read COVID-19 stories of 2022
Dec 22, 2022
The pandemic isn't over. Here are the top COVID-19 stories readers had their eye on as more scientific research rolled out.
People with very high blood pressure may want to go easy on the coffee
Dec 21, 2022
Heavy coffee drinking in people with severely high blood pressure could double the risk of dying from cardiovascular disease, a new study suggests.
Why a sportswriter's sudden death should lead you to ask about your own family history
Dec 16, 2022
Grant Wahl died of an undetected aortic aneurysm while covering the World Cup. Doctors say knowing your family history is a crucial part of prevention.
Extremely hot and cold days may pose higher cardiovascular death risk
Dec 12, 2022
People with heart failure appear to be most sensitive to extreme temperature swings, according to a global analysis.
You're not a polar bear: The plunge into cold water comes with risks
Dec 9, 2022
Some people believe cold water swims, including the popular "polar bear plunges," have health benefits, but there's little evidence to support that notion. In fact, the practice can be dangerous.
Alternative therapies for heart failure may offer benefits, but some have risks
Dec 8, 2022
People with heart failure should discuss their use of complementary and alternative treatments, such as supplements and yoga, with their health care team, a new American Heart Association report says.
Keeping high blood pressure at bay for the holidays
Dec 6, 2022
You'd better watch out – hypertension can be a concern at the holidays. Here's expert advice on how to have fun while keeping high blood pressure under control.
What's new with the flu? Here are 7 things to know
Dec 1, 2022
Flu season is shaping up to be serious, but you can take steps to protect yourself and your family.
As winter approaches, seasonal depression may set in for millions
Nov 30, 2022
Seasonal affective disorder can occur during the fall and winter. The symptoms are the same as other types of depression and so are many treatments.
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.
