For people aging alone, experts say plan ahead for long-term care
Oct 26, 2023
As the population ages, long-term care is a growing need. But for people who don't have spouses or adult children to care for them, finding support can be challenging.
Prevention
Ever heard of the portfolio diet? It may lower risk for heart disease and stroke
Oct 25, 2023
The portfolio diet, a lesser-known dietary pattern that emphasizes plant-based foods, could lower the risk for heart disease and stroke, new research shows.
Feel dizzy when you stand up? It's a drop in blood pressure and may be an early sign of dementia
Oct 23, 2023
A new study is reinforcing scientists' suspicions of a link between orthostatic hypotension and dementia.
High blood pressure isn't only a risk during pregnancy
Oct 20, 2023
Most women are familiar with the risks of high blood pressure during pregnancy, but relatively few are aware of the dangers in the weeks and months after delivery.
Pirouettes and palpitations: Ballet dancer's irregular heartbeat went undiagnosed for years
Oct 19, 2023
Joffrey Ballet performer Edson Barbosa had experienced irregular heartbeats during rehearsals since he was a teenager. He was eventually diagnosed with atrial fibrillation at 26.
For LGBTQ people, friendly health care is important but can be hard to find
Oct 17, 2023
Fear of discrimination keeps many LGBTQ people from getting essential care. Experts offer advice on what health care workers can do – and ways for patients to find doctors who understand.
'What did the doctor say?' Boosting health literacy falls on more than just the patient
Oct 10, 2023
Most adults in the U.S. struggle with health literacy, and experts say a far-reaching approach is the best way to help patients understand what's happening when they visit the doctor’s office.
Report redefines overlapping risks of heart and kidney diseases
Oct 9, 2023
An American Heart Association advisory defines cardiovascular-kidney-metabolic syndrome for the first time and describes better ways to predict long-term problems.
What people with heart disease should know about vaccines today
Oct 6, 2023
Influenza, RSV and COVID-19 all are linked to cardiovascular concerns. Here's what experts say people should understand about risks and benefits of vaccination.
Insomnia may be an early risk factor for irregular heart rhythm
Oct 4, 2023
A large study of young military veterans found those with insomnia were more likely to develop atrial fibrillation than those who got better sleep.