Who’s afraid of a little Halloween candy? A few facts about added sugar
Oct 31, 2025
Too much added sugar can have negative effects on the health of adults and children. Learn how to keep Halloween candy concerns in check.
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A crowning achievement: From Kids Heart Challenge to the Miss America competition
Oct 21, 2025
After a family friend’s death, Miss South Carolina Sarah Kay Wrenn “felt called” to work for the American Heart Association.
What heart and stroke patients should know before visiting the dentist
Oct 7, 2025
Oral health matters – but heart and stroke patients should have these key conversations with their dentist first, says a dental expert.
Is your leg pain actually PAD? Watch for these warning signs
Sep 30, 2025
Peripheral artery disease is often missed or misunderstood. Here’s what it feels like – and what you can do about it.
Ignore cholesterol until middle age? Here’s why that’s a bad idea
Sep 30, 2025
Problems related to cholesterol can start early and build up quietly over time. Paying attention while you’re young can pay off with better health later.
New AFib diagnosis? Here’s some help to clear any confusion
Sep 23, 2025
Atrial fibrillation is the most common heart rhythm disorder, yet many people know little about it. If you’ve just been told you have AFib, here’s what you need to know.
Keep mosquitoes from spoiling your summer fun and health
Aug 26, 2025
Mosquitoes – those unwelcome, hungry guests – may crash your summer gatherings and bring illness with them. Here’s how to protect yourself.
Keep your cool – and stay healthy – with these hot-weather sleep tips
Aug 19, 2025
A warm bedroom can disrupt your sleep. Experts explain what you can do to stay cool and rest well.
Want to stay healthy when you fly? Here's the plane truth.
Jun 4, 2025
Air travel can be safe and fun, but not all aspects of it are good for you. Doctors have these tips for keeping your time in the skies as healthy as possible.
Even a little daily activity may lower heart, death risks for heart attack survivors
May 19, 2025
Swapping just 30 minutes of sedentary time per day for any physical activity may lower the risk for another heart attack or death within a year of being treated for a heart attack or chest pain, new research finds.