Oct 9, 2025
At 20, Liv Pines had a stroke no one saw coming – or recognized for days. Now she wants everyone, especially young women, to know they may have the same risk factors she had.
Oct 7, 2025
Oral health matters – but heart and stroke patients should have these key conversations with their dentist first, says a dental expert.
Oct 2, 2025
At 47, Patricia Bracknell of Norfolk, Virginia, survived a heart attack that changed her life. Now, she’s leading efforts to improve health care access and education in Hispanic communities.
Sep 30, 2025
Peripheral artery disease is often missed or misunderstood. Here’s what it feels like – and what you can do about it.
Sep 30, 2025
Problems related to cholesterol can start early and build up quietly over time. Paying attention while you’re young can pay off with better health later.
Sep 25, 2025
Professional boxer Evan Holyfield, son of former heavyweight champion Evander Holyfield, faced his toughest fight outside the ring: open-heart surgery. His recovery brought physical, emotional and mental challenges.
Sep 23, 2025
Atrial fibrillation is the most common heart rhythm disorder, yet many people know little about it. If you’ve just been told you have AFib, here’s what you need to know.
Sep 19, 2025
Jasmine Hutchison wanted to celebrate her 21st birthday with her first legal drinks. Instead, she had to say goodbye to her mother, who had just died from heart failure.
Sep 15, 2025
The tomatillo is a favorite of Mexico – and if you haven’t tried them already, there are plenty of reasons to do so.
Sep 11, 2025
At age 31, Kayla Messana of Londonderry, New Hampshire, survived six cardiac arrests. A shock from her defibrillator months later revealed the rare heart condition behind them.
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