New report details what to know about cardiovascular disease symptoms
Aug 18, 2022
A scientific report from the American Heart Association looks at the latest science on symptoms of cardiovascular diseases and suggests what could be done better.
Heart and Stroke News
Stories about people, science and health, from American Heart Association News
Having ideal heart health may lessen the risk for brain vessel disease
Aug 17, 2022
A new study suggests people with excellent cardiovascular health have a lower risk for cerebral small vessel disease, which is linked to stroke and dementia.
Smartphone video may help detect narrowed neck arteries that can lead to strokes
Aug 17, 2022
It may be possible to detect blockages in the carotid artery by analyzing blood flow motion picked up through smartphone video, a small study suggests.
Heart failure at age 30 brought on by pregnancy
Aug 16, 2022
Six weeks after giving birth, Fatima Mathews of New York was diagnosed with postpartum cardiomyopathy. Today, an LVAD keeps her heart pumping.
Obstacles didn't stop this heart defect survivor from competing on 'American Ninja Warrior'
Aug 12, 2022
Chris O'Connell and his son, Cavan, each had two surgeries to repair congenital heart defects. After appearing on "American Ninja Warrior," Chris proved that "anything is possible."
Health conditions a dentist might find that have nothing to do with your teeth
Aug 11, 2022
Dentists can spot clues for conditions such as high blood pressure and diabetes – both important risk factors for heart disease and stroke.
When her smartwatch indicated she might be in AFib, she thought it was a mistake
Aug 10, 2022
Megan Buchholz of Chesapeake, Virginia, woke up to notifications about an irregular heart rhythm. Although she felt fine, she went to the hospital just in case.
What's new this year for school lunches?
Aug 9, 2022
Recent changes to school meals will affect millions of students. Here's what to know, and how you can help your child eat well.
Is caffeine a friend or foe?
Aug 8, 2022
Caffeine can provide some health benefits, but too much can do harm, according to the research.
63 years ago, she had pioneering open-heart surgery at age 4
Aug 5, 2022
In 1959, Susan Mangini was one of the first children ever to undergo open-heart surgery to correct her pair of congenital heart defects.
Noticias en español
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Guidelines Resource Center
The American Heart Association regularly releases guidelines and scientific statements for preventing and treating heart disease and stroke.
What do these guidelines mean for you? Should you change your medications? Should you see a doctor for treatment? How do you know if you’re healthy? You’ll find answers here in the Guidelines Resource Center.
