A vacation after a heart attack or stroke needs some extra planning
Jun 13, 2023
Taking a vacation after a heart attack or stroke can be stressful, but a little extra planning can make it less so, experts say.
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Higher cardiovascular risk linked to toxic metals found in everyday life
Jun 12, 2023
Chronic exposure to low levels of lead, cadmium and arsenic increases the risk of stroke and heart disease, according to a new American Heart Association scientific statement.
Children with heart muscle disease need more personalized treatment plans
Jun 8, 2023
Treatment for cardiomyopathy in kids should be based on the cause, symptoms and progression of the condition, according to a new American Heart Association science report.
This tick season, beware the tiny bugs that can carry Lyme disease – a danger to the heart
Jun 5, 2023
Walking on wooded or grassy trails can expose people to ticks that may carry the bacteria that causes Lyme disease. It's important to check for and remove the bugs to protect yourself and your pets.
38-year-old has had 3 hearts: 'It's a third chance'
May 31, 2023
Melanie Wickersheim is grateful for a third chance at life after her own heart and a first heart transplant failed.
Higher cardiovascular risk score linked to lower cognitive function
May 30, 2023
People with high cardiovascular risk scores performed worse on a set of tests that measure cognitive function, new research finds.
The COVID-19 emergency is over, but the need for awareness remains, experts say
May 25, 2023
The U.S. and the World Health Organization have ended emergency COVID-19 declarations, but experts caution the coronavirus remains, and people need to stay aware.
Irregular menstrual cycles linked to higher risk of heart problems
May 24, 2023
Women who have menstrual cycles that are shorter or longer than usual during midlife may face higher heart-related risks, a new study finds.
Why are South Asians dying of heart disease? MASALA looks for answers.
May 17, 2023
MASALA, which stands for Mediators of Atherosclerosis in South Asians Living in America, is a pioneering long-term study that's finding data and diversity in one of the country's fastest-growing populations.
Lesbian and bisexual women may have worse heart health
May 17, 2023
Lesbian and bisexual women may be less likely to have ideal cardiovascular health than heterosexual women, according to new research in France.