For 'This Is Us' actor, stroke survivor is more than a role – it's reality
Jul 13, 2020
Before Timothy Omundson landed his role on "This Is Us," he almost died of a stroke that came with no warning.
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High blood pressure increasingly deadly for Black people
Jul 13, 2020
Black people experience a twofold higher mortality rate from high blood pressure, the often-called "silent killer," a new study shows.
More people are dying during the pandemic – and not just from COVID-19
Jul 10, 2020
New research shows deaths during the coronavirus pandemic are increasing from causes such as heart disease, stroke and diabetes – while emergency room visits for those conditions are down.
Where do new viruses like the coronavirus come from?
Jul 9, 2020
Animals can play a big role in launching viruses – but humans set the stage.
Why stay in touch while keeping distant? It's only human
Jul 8, 2020
Humans evolved to be with one another, researchers say. Here's how to keep close while keeping distant.
Nurse misread symptoms of her own heart attack
Jul 7, 2020
Roslyn Harvey wants women to know their heart attack symptoms can be different than men's.
Months after infection, many COVID-19 patients can't shake illness
Jul 6, 2020
While most people infected with COVID-19 recover within a few weeks, many continue to experience symptoms for months.
Common high blood pressure meds may lower colorectal cancer risk
Jul 6, 2020
High blood pressure medicines that block or inhibit the chemical angiotensin could reduce colorectal cancer, a Hong Kong study shows.
To everything there is a season, including heart disease
Jul 2, 2020
A new study offers a possible explanation for the seasonal differences in heart attacks and other acute coronary syndromes.
A lifetime of discrimination may boost high blood pressure risk in African Americans
Jul 1, 2020
The chronic stress of dealing with inequity and racism can increase the risk of developing hypertension in African Americans, according to new research.
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