Filmmakers look at nutrition and health in black communities
Dec 7, 2018
Filmmakers Jasmine Johnson and Carlita Wilson know firsthand how poor nutrition can lead to serious health problems.
Health Disparities
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.
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.
Health of Hispanic babies with heart defects tied to mom's education, insurance
Oct 10, 2018
In the U.S., the education level and insurance status of mothers may help explain poor health outcomes seen in Hispanic infants born with certain heart defects, a new study suggests.
Differences remain in heart attack treatments for black patients
Sep 20, 2018
A new study found that black heart attack patients continue to get less aggressive procedures and medications than white patients hospitalized for the same condition.
Hispanics in certain counties more likely to die from heart disease, stroke
Sep 19, 2018
Hispanic adults who live in counties with high concentrations of their ethnic peers are more likely than those who don’t to die from heart disease and stroke, a new study shows.
People who struggle with reading and writing have tough time with health
Sep 13, 2018
The negative health consequences of low literacy are wide-ranging, experts say. Adults have a tough time understanding the preventable chronic conditions they may have, taking their medication correctly and other aspects of health literacy.
The War and Treaty open up about health, homelessness
Aug 24, 2018
Michael and Tanya Trotter, the husband-and-wife duo that make up the band The War and Treaty, get candid about their commitment to lead healthier lives.
Efforts to mitigate impact of social, economic inequities
Aug 8, 2018
Initiatives nationwide are confronting health inequities at the community level.
Study: 3 in 4 black adults have high blood pressure by their mid-50s
Jul 11, 2018
Black adults are substantially more likely than white adults to develop high blood pressure by age 55, found a study that followed nearly 4,000 people for 30 years.
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.
