Teen had cardiac arrest in a snowstorm. Communities worked together to save his life.
Jun 12, 2023
Ethan Rutherford was 14 when his heart stopped during a snowstorm. It took cooperation across cities to get him to the hospital.
Heart and Stroke News
Stories about people, science and health, from American Heart Association News
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.
This fitness instructor had a stroke at 36
Jun 9, 2023
After discovering the health problems that caused her stroke, Jessica Diaz became an advocate for heart and brain health.
Bored with plain water? Turn it into agua fresca.
Jun 8, 2023
Homemade agua fresca, a fruit-based beverage popular in Latin America, can be a healthy way to cool off.
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.
She's survived cancer, heart failure and a heart transplant
Jun 7, 2023
After living through cancer, heart failure and the death of her husband, Dr. Dawn Mussallem got a new heart.
Adults with Type 2 diabetes, heart failure may not be getting proper follow-up care
Jun 7, 2023
People on Medicaid who have diabetes may not be getting recommended care after being hospitalized for the first time for heart failure, a study in Alabama found.
Celebrating Pride Month with mental health in mind
Jun 6, 2023
Amid stressful times, there's healthy power in getting together for LGBTQ people and those who love them, experts say.
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.
Oral estrogen therapy for menopause may increase high blood pressure risk
Jun 5, 2023
Some women in menopause who take estrogen pills may be at higher risk of high blood pressure that those taking non-oral forms, new research suggests.
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About AHA News
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Guidelines Resource Center
The American Heart Association regularly releases guidelines and scientific statements for preventing and treating heart disease and stroke.
What do these guidelines mean for you? Should you change your medications? Should you see a doctor for treatment? How do you know if you’re healthy? You’ll find answers here in the Guidelines Resource Center.
