Where there's wildfire smoke, there may be heart problems
Jul 22, 2019
Wildfires are expected to burn hotter and more frequently, posing health risks, especially for people with heart conditions.
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A study of fainting astronauts could provide help for the earthbound, too
Jul 19, 2019
Regular workouts and an IV on landing seem to solve a vexing problem with space travel.
Making the most of your health in the workplace
Jul 18, 2019
Americans spend so many hours at work that it makes sense to view the office as a place to promote good health.
Doctor's 'little heart attack' turned scary – and inspired big changes
Jul 17, 2019
At first, Philadelphia pathologist Dr. Michael Feldman shrugged off his heart attack. But after it took major work to save him, his whole family changed.
More evidence links broken heart syndrome to cancer
Jul 17, 2019
The heart condition, also known as takotsubo syndrome, is known to be triggered by stress.
Best way to end homelessness and its health impact? Prevent evictions
Jul 16, 2019
A Boston organization that houses the homeless is scaling up its program to help prevent the problem from occurring in the first place.
For black women, pregnancy complications could be early sign of heart disease risk
Jul 15, 2019
Researchers add to evidence that gestational diabetes is a "harbinger of disorders" women could be prone to developing later in life.
5 threats to heart health you may not be aware of
Jul 11, 2019
The familiar risk factors for cardiovascular disease, such as smoking and high blood pressure, don't tell the whole story. Other elements, such as pollution and loneliness, also affect heart health.
Understanding NFL legend Tedy Bruschi's 'mini-stroke'
Jul 10, 2019
Former New England Patriot Tedy Bruschi proved what he'd learned from a previous stroke when he started having symptoms on the Fourth of July.
Cardiac arrests in hospitals may be more common than previously thought
Jul 9, 2019
A new analysis finds many thousands of additional cases of in-hospital cardiac arrests, but the reason for the change is not clear.