What parents should know about the COVID-19 vaccine for 5- to 11-year-olds
Nov 4, 2021
Now that a COVID-19 vaccine is available for younger children, here are answers to common questions on parents' minds.
Prevention
How doctors can help their patients make heart-healthy lifestyle changes
Nov 4, 2021
Behavioral counseling can help adults make lifestyle changes to prevent heart disease, according to an American Heart Association scientific statement that offers how-to guidance for doctors.
'Balance' is the key word in new dietary guidance for heart health
Nov 2, 2021
The American Heart Association's new dietary guidance for improving cardiovascular health emphasizes broad eating patterns instead of narrowly focusing on any single food or nutrient.
Could the path to better brain health involve better mouth care?
Nov 1, 2021
A growing body of research finds people with gum disease are at greater risk for developing dementia and other chronic illnesses.
New guidelines help doctors diagnose chest pain – but only if you act
Oct 28, 2021
Chest pain isn't just about pain in the chest, and new guidelines could help doctors act faster, make smarter choices and communicate with patients better.
Could a Halloween-induced nightmare be bad for your health?
Oct 27, 2021
It's no fun to wake up scared and sweaty from a nightmare. But for most people, the only bad health effects might be if it leads to stress and insomnia.
Hearing loss and the link to dementia
Oct 21, 2021
Studies show age-related hearing loss raises the risk for dementia, but researchers are still exploring how – along with what to do about it.
Spaceflight caused DNA to leak out of astronauts' cell powerhouse
Oct 20, 2021
Astronauts experience potentially dangerous changes to their mitochondrial DNA, according to a new study that called for more research on the physical toll space travel takes.
Carrying a tune could lead to better health
Oct 15, 2021
Not everyone can sing like a nightingale, but a growing body of research shows bursting into song is good for both your body and your brain.
The differences and similarities between the flu and COVID-19
Oct 13, 2021
The flu and COVID-19 are different, but both are dangerous. Here's what you need to know to protect yourself.