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.
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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.
Scientist-turned-venture capitalist has the right blend for success
May 8, 2019
The American Heart Association helped Jim Weyhenmeyer early in his career. And his lifetime of giving back has earned him the organization's Morgan Stark Memorial Award.
Could adding minerals to drinking water fight high blood pressure?
May 7, 2019
A new study suggests adding calcium and magnesium to drinking water could prove an effective strategy for fighting high blood pressure.
Arsenic in drinking water may damage the heart
May 7, 2019
Drinking water contaminated with arsenic increases the risk of structural changes to the heart, a new study finds.
Should you be worried about blood-hungry 'kissing bugs'?
May 3, 2019
"Kissing bugs" are found in the U.S., sometimes transmitting an infection that can lead to heart disease many years later. How worried should we be?
A stroke at 31. An aneurysm at 35. At 39 – tennis, anyone?
May 2, 2019
Nobody knows exactly what caused Ira Goodman's cardiovascular problems, but it's given him firsthand experience with life-threatening conditions.
A father's death at 37 unveils a hidden history of cholesterol
Apr 30, 2019
Medication, a healthy diet and exercise have helped prevent history from repeating itself in the Korfmacher family.