PTSD common among aortic dissection survivors
Nov 13, 2018
Aortic dissection patients reported fear, detachment, nightmares and other PTSD symptoms following their life-threatening health scare, a new study finds.
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15-year-old presents research at prestigious science conference
Nov 12, 2018
Bipasha Ray, a high school sophomore, is believed to be one of the youngest presenters at the American Heart Association's flagship scientific meeting since it began in 1925.
Wait times for a donor heart may vary by race
Nov 12, 2018
New research suggests the wait for a heart transplant may vary by race.
Heart attacks are becoming more common in younger people, especially women
Nov 12, 2018
Once characterized as a result of "old man's disease," heart attacks are increasingly occurring in younger people, especially women, according to research.
Panel of African-American medical leaders discuss importance of equity in health care
Nov 12, 2018
Making sure underserved people can access quality, affordable health care was the focus of a unique panel discussion featuring African-American doctors who lead five major medical organizations.
Take it from actress Angela Bassett: Know the connection between diabetes and heart disease
Nov 12, 2018
Actress Angela Bassett is leading a campaign to raise awareness about the connection between Type 2 diabetes and heart disease.
Salk Institute investigator receives $19.2 million to study cognitive impairment
Nov 11, 2018
Scientists plan to explore which cells drive the aging process and then become risk factors for cognitive impairment.
AHA president urges all to care for the future by mentoring, advocating
Nov 11, 2018
Cardiologists, researchers and others gathered in Chicago to hear Dr. Ivor Benjamin, president of the American Heart Association, talk about the care of the future.
New guidelines: Cholesterol should be on everyone's radar, beginning early in life
Nov 10, 2018
New cholesterol guidelines say managing the waxy, fat-like substance in the blood should be a concern for all ages.
What is a medical guideline, and how is it created?
Nov 10, 2018
Guidelines help doctors understand the best way to prevent and treat diseases. But what exactly are guidelines? And how are they created?