Wildfire smoke threatens health of those near and far
Aug 15, 2018
More than 100 wildfires are blazing through parts of the western United States, including one in California that has grown to become the largest fire in the state’s history.
Stroke News
After mini-stroke at 41, she's on a mission to educate others
Aug 13, 2018
After having a mini-stroke at 41 and barely dodging a massive one, this New Jersey woman is on a mission to educate others.
With hurricane season underway, health experts urge more support for the vulnerable
Aug 10, 2018
Stroke survivor José Maldonado returned to his native Puerto Rico to help after Hurricane Maria, one of three hurricanes that slammed the U.S. last year. Medical care and medications can be scarce after a hurricane, according to experts.
They’re investing in research to treat irregular heartbeats, like their own
Aug 7, 2018
More than $28 million is being invested into researching atrial fibrillation by those personally affected by the condition.
A better way to predict heart attacks and strokes in space
Jul 30, 2018
Researchers may have developed a more reliable way to predict the risk of heart attack and stroke in astronauts - and the technique may eventually help gauge the same danger for regular folks on Earth, too.
Tattoo is a unique conversation-starter for this stroke survivor
Jul 19, 2018
Not every physical trauma leaves a visible reminder. The only outward sign that 27-year-old Skylar Doerwaldt survived a stroke is a tattoo on her left forearm.
Protect your heart and health during the 'dog days' of summer
Jul 17, 2018
The sweltering heat that has gripped much of the country this month can have dangerous consequences. Learn how to protect your heart health.
Multivitamins don't ward off heart disease, stroke
Jul 10, 2018
Millions of Americans take multivitamins as a quick fix for the nutrients missing from their diets. Some may think they’re good for heart and brain health. But the popular supplements don’t prevent heart disease or stroke, a new study shows.
World Trade Center response crews with PTSD face higher risk for heart attack, stroke
Jul 10, 2018
Post-traumatic stress disorder is a significant risk factor for heart attack and stroke, according to a new study of first responders who cleaned up debris at the World Trade Center after 9/11.
Luckily, her daughter was home -- and remembered what her science teacher said a few days before
Jun 20, 2018
A lesson Christa Murphy's daughter learned in school helped save this mother's life.