5 ways to get more out of every step you take on the road to better health
Apr 1, 2025
Walking is a popular way to stay physically active. But there are ways to reap even greater benefits from your daily steps.
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He refused to leave the ER. More tests revealed a 99.9% blocked heart artery.
Mar 31, 2025
Matt Bowman was at risk of a fatal heart attack and had open-heart surgery. His wife, Robin, fainted in the hospital hallway and hit her head. Her breast cancer had spread to her brain.
After 2 heart surgeries, jiu-jitsu gave him strength. Then his son was diagnosed.
Mar 20, 2025
As a child, Chris Kidwell had two surgeries to fix a heart defect. When he learned his son also had a heart defect, doctors at the same hospital stepped in to help.
How's your balance? Here's what that could mean for heart and brain health
Mar 19, 2025
As people age, having good balance becomes crucial for staying active and supporting cardiovascular health.
'Healthy 23-year-old' had stroke during spin class
Mar 18, 2025
After five days, Emma Rand finally got a diagnosis for the symptoms she was having: a stroke. Doctors later found a hole in her heart and closed it.
Less TV time may lower heart disease risk, even for those with high genetic risk for diabetes
Mar 12, 2025
Watching TV for an hour or less each day may help offset the risk for heart attack and stroke in people genetically predisposed to Type 2 diabetes, new research suggests.
More steps, less sitting may lower risk of death in older female cancer survivors
Mar 11, 2025
Some women with a history of cancer may be able to reduce their risk of death from heart disease, stroke and other causes by walking more and increasing physical activity – even a little.
A heart attack while shoveling snow. Then another emergency during cardiac rehab.
Mar 4, 2025
What started as a routine chore ended with a heart attack for Kyle Wessels.
New answers to questions about sports safety and heart issues
Feb 20, 2025
Athletes with certain heart conditions can safely participate in some competitive sports, according to a new report from the American Heart Association and American College of Cardiology.
Celebrate Valentine's Day with actual hearts in mind
Feb 10, 2025
Looking for ways to put some healthy changes into your holiday? You'll love these Valentine's Day ideas.