A new route to keeping women in rural communities healthy
Nov 15, 2022
Women taking part in a health program in their rural town improved their health and fitness – and stayed healthy after the program ended – according to a new study.
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Born with 6 heart defects, he's now a college junior and competitive swimmer
Nov 11, 2022
Zayne McCall of Lubbock, Texas, was born with six heart defects and has gone through multiple surgeries. Now, he's on track to become a therapist.
More physical activity before a heart attack may reduce risk for a second one
Nov 8, 2022
Being physically active in middle age – before having a heart attack – may reduce the risk of having a second heart attack, according to new research.
How a middle-of-the-night heart attack at 40 became her wake-up call
Nov 4, 2022
Natalie Latham of Brandon, Mississippi, didn't know of her family's history of heart disease. After having a heart attack at 40, she's made a healthy lifestyle a priority.
Upping your step count, even in small amounts, may increase life span
Nov 3, 2022
Adding just 500 to 1,000 steps to your daily routine could cut your risk of dying, including from heart-related causes, according to new research.
Triathlete's pain was the start of a rare form of heart attack
Oct 17, 2022
MaryKay West of Portland, Oregon, had no symptoms before her cardiac emergency. Recovery included giving up competing.
Self-care is not self-indulgent, and you can start now with these tips
Sep 12, 2022
Everyone needs to maintain good physical and mental health and should make doing so a priority, experts say. Here's their advice for self-care.
Triathlete's heart stopped at the start of a half Ironman
Sep 6, 2022
Mark Allen was in the best shape of his life when he went into cardiac arrest at the start of a half Ironman competition. Doctors say being in great shape helped him recover.
Black adults' religious practices linked to better heart health measures
Aug 24, 2022
Black adults with strong spiritual beliefs and practices are more likely to meet measures of good cardiovascular health, new research suggests.
Obstacles didn't stop this heart defect survivor from competing on 'American Ninja Warrior'
Aug 12, 2022
Chris O'Connell and his son, Cavan, each had two surgeries to repair congenital heart defects. After appearing on "American Ninja Warrior," Chris proved that "anything is possible."