Is all exercise equal? How to balance workouts to create the ideal fitness plan
Apr 28, 2021
While any activity can benefit your health, the right mix of aerobic exercise and strength training can have optimal impact on overall well-being.
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Higher pulse pressure in smokers may signal cardiovascular disease risk
Apr 27, 2021
Consistent cigarette smoking has a small but significant effect on pulse pressure, especially among Black and white women, according to a new study.
Experts remain confident about vaccine safety monitoring
Apr 27, 2021
Who monitors the COVID-19 vaccines after their release? The system is vast, experts say, and has proven itself to work following the temporary pause of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine.
Some cancer survivors could have increased risk for heart problems after hormone therapy
Apr 26, 2021
Hormone therapies are effective in treating breast and prostate cancers but can raise the risk for heart attacks or strokes, especially in people with other cardiovascular risk factors, a new report finds.
Salt sensitivity may increase risk of high blood pressure
Apr 26, 2021
Salt-sensitive people may have an increased risk of high blood pressure, according to research that points to the need for better genetic testing for sodium sensitivity.
Doctor asked, 'Did you know you had a heart attack?'
Apr 23, 2021
Tasha Benjamin was at her annual checkup when the doctor asked, "Did you know you had a heart attack?" Since that episode at 36, the mom of four became serious about caring for her own health
Food, culture and the secret ingredient to address lack of diversity in nutrition field
Apr 23, 2021
The field of dietetics is overwhelmingly white, which can be a barrier to health for people from other backgrounds. Dietitians say the recipe for making things better calls for a dose of cultural humility.
Too much belly fat, even for people with a healthy BMI, raises heart risks
Apr 22, 2021
Too much weight around the middle can raise the risk for heart disease, whether a person's body mass index is considered healthy or not, according to a new scientific statement.
How to make sure everyone gets a fair shot at the COVID-19 vaccine
Apr 22, 2021
People working to address vaccine inequity say overcoming the problem will take teamwork – and trustworthiness.
He's run 132 marathons. That's nothing compared to other challenges he's faced.
Apr 21, 2021
George Banker is recovering from alcoholism and is a heart disease survivor who ran 14 marathons in 13 weeks during the pandemic. AHA CEO Nancy Brown shares his story.
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