Olympic great Michael Johnson wants you to think F.A.S.T.
May 6, 2019
Michael Johnson's quick reaction to his stroke was a big reason for his stellar recovery.
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A stroke slowed Olympic legend Michael Johnson. Responding F.A.S.T. sped his recovery.
May 1, 2019
As American Stroke Month begins, Olympic track legend and former world record holder Michael Johnson talks about his newest label – stroke survivor – and the importance of F.A.S.T.
Steps to prepare your body – and pocketbook – for retirement
Apr 26, 2019
Here's how to prevent costly medical conditions in retirement.
Staying active is 'the best medicine'
Apr 25, 2019
All forms of physical activity, at most any age, can yield lifelong benefits.
After a family's health scare: 'We had to do this together'
Apr 19, 2019
A heart attack prompted the Lavaki family to get healthy together.
Scared to exercise after a heart attack? It's probably scarier if you don't
Apr 18, 2019
For heart attack survivors, working out may be the last thing they want to do. It should probably be the first.
Here's how middle-aged people – especially women – can help avoid a heart attack
Apr 17, 2019
Ever heard of cardiorespiratory fitness? It may help predict the odds of having a heart attack, especially for women.
Is yoga heart-healthy? It's no stretch to see benefits, science suggests
Apr 12, 2019
As more Americans practice yoga, there's some evidence the mind-body practice may be good for heart health.
One foot in front of another: East Texas doc gets her community moving
Apr 1, 2019
National Walking Day is a great time to find – or start – your own local walking program.
Former college sprinter let her weight, BP and cholesterol soar. Then she did something about it.
Mar 18, 2019
Tina Johnson went from college sprinter to being overweight and having high blood pressure and cholesterol. She's rebounded using what new prevention guidelines suggest are keys to healthy life – and she's showing others how to do it, too.