Walk this way – it's quite good for you
Apr 1, 2024
It's a simple form of exercise with all kinds of benefits. Here's how to get started – and why you should keep it up if you already have a walking habit.
Heart Disease News
Heart disease, stroke risk may be higher in certain neighborhoods
Mar 27, 2024
Residents of neighborhoods with more environmental and social problems had higher rates of cardiovascular disease and its risk factors than people in less disadvantaged areas, new research finds.
She survived a cardiac arrest. Her husband didn't.
Mar 22, 2024
Danielle McCollian survived a cardiac arrest when her twins were infants. Her husband had a fatal cardiac arrest when they were in kindergarten. But his legacy lives on through his family.
Women with pregnancy complications may be able to lower future cardiovascular risk
Mar 21, 2024
Women with a history of adverse pregnancy outcomes are at higher risk for future cardiovascular disease. But lifestyle and other changes can reduce that risk, new research suggests.
Blood tests could identify people with AFib at risk for 'breakthrough' stroke
Mar 21, 2024
Some people with atrial fibrillation are at risk for strokes even if they take blood-thinning medication. New research suggests certain blood tests can help identify this hidden risk.
Social and economic hardships in childhood may alter gut bacteria in Hispanic adults
Mar 18, 2024
Low socioeconomic status during childhood may affect the type of bacteria found in the gut of Hispanic adults, new research suggests.
Time-restricted eating may raise cardiovascular death risk in the long term
Mar 18, 2024
But questions remain about just how time-restricted eating, which limits calorie consumption to part of the day, affects heart disease and stroke risks.
Heart disease doesn't have to keep you from donating blood
Mar 7, 2024
As blood supplies and donations hit critical lows, experts say people with heart disease may be able to help.
Dr. Nanette Wenger, the queen of hearts
Mar 4, 2024
Heart disease was once considered a man's disease. Dr. Nanette Wenger changed that. But the 93-year-old cardiologist says her work is not yet done.
Can people with an irregular heartbeat drink coffee?
Mar 1, 2024
Many people think being diagnosed with atrial fibrillation means giving up the caffeine in their beloved cup of coffee. Experts say that may not be necessary.