Heart and Stroke News

After losing 2 daughters, family pushes for genetic testing

Aug 21, 2026

The Carlton family lost Abi, 9, and Molly, 5, to the same rare genetic condition just 20 months apart. Now, they’re advocating for earlier genetic testing for children.

Categories: Stories From the Heart | Tags: Congenital Heart Defects, Children, Prevention

Thinking about your weight? Here’s how to talk to your doctor

Aug 18, 2026

Conversations about obesity, overweight and weight management can be challenging for individuals and healthcare professionals alike. Experts explain how to start the discussion, what to expect and why your doctor may be waiting for you to bring it up.

Categories: Healthy Living News | Tags: Heart disease, Prevention, Obesity

A stroke led him to create recovery software for survivors

Aug 17, 2026

After a late night of programming, Yutao Huang woke up stumbling and unable to speak clearly. When stroke rehab exercises didn't help him regain computer skills, he built software to help himself and other survivors improve fine motor control.

Categories: Stories From the Heart | Tags: Stroke News

Family history and ultrasound help save woman with aortic dissection

Aug 6, 2026

Sara Adair feared an aortic dissection after chest pain struck. Her family history raised concern, and a bedside ultrasound revealed the life-threatening tear in time for emergency surgery.

Categories: Stories From the Heart | Tags: Heart attack, Stroke News, Heart disease

Why experts say children should learn CPR early

Jul 31, 2026

Even preschoolers can start learning basic skills that can prepare them to use CPR by the time they're tweens.

Categories: CPR | Tags: Children, Cardiac Arrest

Why 'cough CPR' doesn't work (and what to do instead)

Jul 31, 2026

Social media posts continue to spread misinformation about how coughing forcefully can treat a heart attack. Doctors debunk this myth and share what actually to do.

Categories: CPR | Tags: Heart attack, Cardiac Arrest, CPR

11 things to know to save a life with CPR

Jul 30, 2026

CPR saves lives, but confusion might keep you from acting when the time comes. Experts clear up questions about what to do when someone's heart stops.

Categories: CPR | Tags: CPR, Cardiac Arrest, Prevention

What is commotio cordis, which stopped NFL player Damar Hamlin's heart?

Jul 30, 2026

Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin says commotio cordis caused his "Monday Night Football" collapse. Here's an explanation of the rare, heart-stopping condition.

Categories: CPR | Tags: Cardiac Arrest

How a cardiac crisis can impact mental health

Jul 30, 2026

Emotional and psychiatric problems often accompany a heart attack, cardiac arrest or heart surgery. Here's what caregivers and patients alike need to know.

Categories: Healthy Living News | Tags: Cardiac Arrest, Heart attack, Mental Health News

A heart attack ended his marathon training. Then his heart stopped.

Jul 30, 2026

Michael Bonnardi thought he was feeling his age when marathon training became harder. Instead, the fatigue was an early warning sign of a heart attack and cardiac arrest. Now, he's focused on staying active in a different way.

Categories: Stories From the Heart | Tags: Heart attack, Cardiac Arrest