What COVID-19 is doing to the heart, even after recovery
Sep 3, 2020
Emerging research finds evidence of heart damage in many COVID-19 survivors, whether they were seriously ill or not.
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How to keep kids active while learning from home – and why that's vital
Sep 2, 2020
As parents look for ways to adapt to schooling at home, don't forget to break for recess and to keep physical activity as part of the plan, experts say.
How to avoid frailty and stay strong as you age
Sep 1, 2020
Frailty is a syndrome that can come with age and chronic illness, leaving people susceptible to catastrophic health events. Here's how to prevent it. (This article was created with financial support from Transamerica.)
When it comes to Labor Day menu choices, safety is tasty
Sep 1, 2020
Labor Day is a weekend full of grilling and concocting light, tasty food. But with millions of people getting sick every year from food poisoning, here are some storing, handling and cooking safety guidelines.
She's a heart doctor. Her son got COVID-19. Then she did. And her husband … and daughter.
Aug 31, 2020
Dr. Stacey Rosen should've known better. Yet her setback also led to changes for the better.
High blood pressure telemonitoring might help cut heart attack, stroke rate in half
Aug 31, 2020
People who received pharmacist-led telemonitoring for uncontrolled high blood pressure had more positive results than those monitored at routine doctor visits, according to new research.
Unpredictability of advanced heart failure complicates end-of-life care, doctors say
Aug 31, 2020
The uncertain course of advanced heart failure makes it harder to ensure quality end-of-life care for patients, according to a new study.
As the coronavirus upends schools, experts say don't forget the arts
Aug 28, 2020
What makes arts education essential, even during a pandemic? It can have direct and indirect benefits to mental and physical health.
She had a 20% chance to live – first from a stroke, then from COVID-19
Aug 27, 2020
Alvis Whitlow overcame a brain aneurysm in 2003. Then, this year, COVID-19. Both times, her daughter sensed "something's not right" and sought quick care.
Helping fathers connect with their kids, InvolvedDad's name says it all
Aug 26, 2020
Grateful for the strong relationship he has with his children, Shon Hart started InvolvedDad to help other dads connect with their kids.
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