Rocker's wife performed CPR with the help of 911 dispatcher
Oct 12, 2023
After heavy metal bass guitarist Sal Italiano had a cardiac arrest, doctors needed proof his brain was functioning before doing heart surgery. The clock was winding down.
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Chronic kidney disease may signal higher risk of cardiac arrest in Hispanic adults
Oct 11, 2023
Chronic kidney disease, heavy drinking, heart disease and stroke may be strong predictors of cardiac arrest among Hispanic adults, new research suggests.
'What did the doctor say?' Boosting health literacy falls on more than just the patient
Oct 10, 2023
Most adults in the U.S. struggle with health literacy, and experts say a far-reaching approach is the best way to help patients understand what's happening when they visit the doctor’s office.
Fitness instructor couldn't outrun family heart disease, but she could reduce the damage
Oct 9, 2023
After Angie Mayo had quadruple bypass surgery, the surgeon said her strong heart kept her alive.
Report redefines overlapping risks of heart and kidney diseases
Oct 9, 2023
An American Heart Association advisory defines cardiovascular-kidney-metabolic syndrome for the first time and describes better ways to predict long-term problems.
What people with heart disease should know about vaccines today
Oct 6, 2023
Influenza, RSV and COVID-19 all are linked to cardiovascular concerns. Here's what experts say people should understand about risks and benefits of vaccination.
Personal trainer and weightlifter faced his biggest challenge – open-heart surgery
Oct 5, 2023
While helping celebrities and everyday people in Beverly Hills, California, get stronger, Alfonso Moretti's heart was becoming weaker.
Insomnia may be an early risk factor for irregular heart rhythm
Oct 4, 2023
A large study of young military veterans found those with insomnia were more likely to develop atrial fibrillation than those who got better sleep.
High school and college Latino students get a peek at medical careers
Oct 3, 2023
Efforts to attract more Hispanic students to medical fields aim to help shrink a diversity gap in the health care workforce.
A lifelong series of heart problems turned her into a staunch advocate
Oct 2, 2023
Chrissy Gaffney is passionate about advocating for women's heart health after decades of heart problems that began in childhood.
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