Stress from work, home can harm women's hearts. Here's what to do.
May 20, 2019
Research shows frazzled women are at higher risk of heart disease, diabetes and other chronic conditions.
Heart Disease News
Drummer's death inspires grief-stricken bandmates to rethink rock 'n' roll lifestyle
May 17, 2019
After heart disease claimed famed drummer Vinnie Paul Abbott at 54, the hard rockers of Hellyeah are turning to healthier ways as they mourn their friend.
A grade school crisis set the path for this pioneer in women's heart health
May 16, 2019
Jean McSweeney, a nurse who went on to study heart attack symptoms, is the Healthcare Volunteer of the Year.
Study finds higher risk of stroke-linked plaque in men, possible test for women
May 16, 2019
Men are more likely to develop dangerous plaque buildup in their neck arteries, but a protein hormone might be a helpful warning sign in women, new research suggests.
Artificial molecules could lead to better heart stents
May 15, 2019
A synthetic type of RNA molecule targets problem cells but spares others, which could reduce complications for people who receive artery-expanding implants, researchers say.
More clues to the genetics behind an inherited cholesterol disorder
May 15, 2019
Familial hypercholesterolemia remains largely underdiagnosed and undertreated, but researchers are discovering new clues to the cause of this genetic disorder that leads to premature heart disease.
Dangerous blood clots may be the latest risk from 'bad' cholesterol
May 14, 2019
It was known to narrow arteries, which can lead to heart attacks and strokes. But LDL cholesterol is now suspected of contributing to venous thromboembolism, too.
Why are women with diabetes at greater risk for poor heart health?
May 14, 2019
Differences in treatment, sex hormones and cardiovascular risk factors all likely play a part in why women with diabetes are worse off than men when it comes to heart heath.
Experts urge expansion of home-based cardiac rehabilitation
May 13, 2019
Cardiac rehab delivered outside a medical center could help more patients recover from heart attacks and more, a new report says.
Longtime volunteer committed to spreading awareness, sharing data worldwide
May 9, 2019
Dr. Hector O. Ventura, who's committed to spreading heart-health information globally, is the Ron Haddock AHA/ASA International Impact Award winner.