Sep 9, 2022
People in large urban areas may be less likely to take medications prescribed for high blood pressure than those who live in rural areas, preliminary research suggests.
Sep 7, 2022
Gay and bisexual men and women appear less likely to take prescribed medication for high blood pressure than their heterosexual peers, preliminary new research suggests.
Sep 6, 2022
As students settle in for a new school year, educators and researchers are developing an array of tactics to raise awareness about the dangers of vaping – and to help teens change behaviors and beat addiction.
Sep 6, 2022
Cases of myocarditis – an inflammation of the heart muscle – following a third dose of the Pfizer vaccine are rare and typically mild, research from Israel shows.
Aug 31, 2022
People who inject drugs are at high risk for infective endocarditis – and when they have this dangerous heart infection, should also be treated for addiction, a new report says.
Aug 23, 2022
Definitions of Mediterranean-style eating vary, but the heart health benefits are clear.
Aug 22, 2022
The overall risk of myocarditis was higher immediately after being infected with COVID-19 than in the weeks after vaccination for the coronavirus, new research shows.
Aug 19, 2022
Research shows having a positive attitude about aging helps people live longer, healthier lives. Experts offer advice on how to keep a positive mindset as you get older.
Aug 17, 2022
A new study suggests people with excellent cardiovascular health have a lower risk for cerebral small vessel disease, which is linked to stroke and dementia.
Aug 17, 2022
It may be possible to detect blockages in the carotid artery by analyzing blood flow motion picked up through smartphone video, a small study suggests.
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.
