Farming takes root in Seattle-area food desert
Jun 30, 2021
A food desert in Washington state is being transformed by the nonprofit Living Well Kent, with the help of immigrant farmers, one vegetable at a time.
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Stories about people, science and health, from American Heart Association News
High insurance deductibles may stop people from seeking emergency care for chest pain
Jun 28, 2021
People with high-deductible health plans are less likely than those with low deductibles to head to the emergency room for chest pain, new research shows.
Doctor thought high blood pressure was his only problem – then he had a heart attack
Jun 28, 2021
When Dr. David Watlington learned he had high blood pressure, he took medicine and changed his diet. He made progress quickly, yet not in time to prevent a heart attack.
As she makes history, Dr. Rachel Levine stays focused on healing
Jun 25, 2021
Assistant Secretary for Health Dr. Rachel Levine, the first openly transgender official confirmed by the Senate, is using the attention she’s drawn to spotlight a range of health issues.
After a stroke at 26, determined athlete fights back
Jun 24, 2021
Former college soccer player Jesse Shea was in the best shape of his life when he had a stroke. After months of relearning to walk and talk, he ran a half-marathon.
Eating patterns could affect risk of dying from heart disease
Jun 23, 2021
The timing of when certain foods are consumed, along with what's in them, can affect the risk of dying from heart disease and other illnesses, according to new research.
Silent heart attacks all too common, and often overlooked
Jun 23, 2021
Silent heart attacks can strike without causing alarm, as the symptoms can be confused with other ailments, such as indigestion or fatigue.
Teacher collapsed in school hallway from a stroke
Jun 22, 2021
Nicky Larson ignored shoulder pain while making Halloween treats for her daughter’s day care. The next day, she had a stroke.
Experts urge treatment for sleep apnea, as it can worsen heart problems
Jun 21, 2021
People with heart conditions or heart risk factors should be screened for sleep apnea and treated to prevent problems from worsening, according to an American Heart Association scientific statement.
New psychotherapy may reduce anxiety, depression in heart patients
Jun 21, 2021
Adding metacognitive therapy to cardiac rehabilitation may greatly reduce anxiety and depression in people recovering from heart problems, a new study suggests.
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