With grit and gratitude, stroke survivor plays on
May 23, 2019
A stroke at age 42 changed Dave Kim's music and his life.
Food & Nutrition
Need a break? A vacation really can be good for you – if it's done right
May 22, 2019
Getting away from it all can be good for the heart and mind, but making healthy choices should be part of the vacation plan.
A grade school crisis set the path for this pioneer in women's heart health
May 16, 2019
Jean McSweeney, a nurse who went on to study heart attack symptoms, is the Healthcare Volunteer of the Year.
This may be why slashing salt lowers blood pressure
May 13, 2019
A new study may help explain the science behind the importance of cutting sodium intake. It involves boosting metabolites.
Give mom the gift of health on Mother's Day
May 10, 2019
Celebrate mom by showing her you care about her health. Plan outdoor activities, a healthy meal and stay on the path for a healthy lifestyle.
Helping Southeast Asians get healthier and feel at home in America
May 6, 2019
Since arriving in Massachusetts from Vietnam in 1975, Anh Vu Sawyer has helped thousands of Southeast Asian refugees, immigrants and long-term residents understand the risks for heart disease and stroke.
U.S. food system needs fresh ideas on healthy eating, experts say
Apr 29, 2019
A science advisory from the American Heart Association wants nutritious choices to be the default – and offers approaches that could help.
Steps to prepare your body – and pocketbook – for retirement
Apr 26, 2019
Here's how to prevent costly medical conditions in retirement.
After a family's health scare: 'We had to do this together'
Apr 19, 2019
A heart attack prompted the Lavaki family to get healthy together.
Here's how middle-aged people – especially women – can help avoid a heart attack
Apr 17, 2019
Ever heard of cardiorespiratory fitness? It may help predict the odds of having a heart attack, especially for women.