Jul 25, 2018
Returning to work after a heart attack often requires patients to clear unexpected psychological hurdles in addition to the physical ones they already face. But going back can decrease depression, improve overall health and prevent financial hardship.
Jul 23, 2018
A road trip across the country is a someday dream for many Americans. Pedaling the roughly 4,000 miles from coast to coast adds an epic aspect to the adventure.
Jul 20, 2018
Emergency room visits for atrial fibrillation are soaring. Added to the number of people admitted to the hospital for the condition, it’s contributing to “an alarming growth” in its economic burden to the country, according to a new study.
Jul 19, 2018
Not every physical trauma leaves a visible reminder. The only outward sign that 27-year-old Skylar Doerwaldt survived a stroke is a tattoo on her left forearm.
Jul 18, 2018
Making healthy choices during any decade of your life increases your chances of staying healthy as you age.
Jul 18, 2018
A new study in mice raises another concern about the danger of e-cigarettes in humans after experiments showed that short-term exposure to the device’s vapors appeared to increase the risk of clot formation.
Jul 16, 2018
People with high blood pressure who get on the information highway can avoid roadblocks in their cardiovascular health, according to new research.
Jul 16, 2018
Losing his grandfather to cardiac arrest led Dr. Robert Sanchez to a career in medicine. His volunteer leadership earned him the American Heart Association's Physician of the Year award.
Jul 13, 2018
With the World Cup final this Sunday, it's a good bet fans will see some dramatic crashes and falls. From elite players to kids, soccer has come under scrutiny for concussion management.
Jul 13, 2018
When her son Kyle lost his battle against heart disease, Shelly Church vowed to keep his legacy alive. Last month, she was honored for her volunteer efforts with the American Heart Association.
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