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.
Food & Nutrition
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.
Want to make a change? Find your motivating 'why'
Jul 9, 2019
When it comes to shoring up willpower to meet health goals, a little psychology helps. Take a self-inventory, set small goals and plan long-term.
Midyear is a good time to take stock of health
Jul 5, 2019
Safeguarding your health today can contribute to a longer and higher-quality life.
Low vitamin D in babies predicts blood pressure problems for older kids
Jul 1, 2019
Children with persistently low levels of vitamin D had double the risk of elevated blood pressure between ages 3 and 18, a new study finds.
Michael Bloomberg's wide-ranging efforts to promote health are honored
Jun 24, 2019
The former New York City mayor received the Ron Haddock AHA/ASA International Impact Award.
Popcorn as a snack: Healthy hit or dietary horror show?
Jun 18, 2019
Prepared properly, popcorn can be the feel-good nutritious hit of summer. Done wrong, it can get bad reviews.
Cool off with this quick, nutritious summer smoothie
Jun 12, 2019
Who needs ice cream this summer? A nutritional blended drink like the bluey smoothie can be the ultimate treat to beat the heat.
3 simple steps could save 94 million lives
Jun 10, 2019
A global effort to control blood pressure, cut sodium and eliminate trans fat could have a dramatic effect on cardiovascular disease, researchers say.
Doctor gave up journalism to become public health leader
Jun 4, 2019
Before Dr. Sonia Angell became a public health leader, she wanted to be a journalist. But she ultimately decided to put down her notebook and roll up her sleeves in the community.