The challenge of diabetes in the Black community needs comprehensive solutions
Jul 13, 2021
The statistics are stark, but the challenges in diabetes among Black people can be addressed at both the personal and community level, experts say.
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Heart disease 'calculators' may fail to predict higher risk for South Asian people
Jul 12, 2021
Risk assessment equations used by doctors to prevent or treat heart disease may fail to accurately predict the greater heart risks faced by people of South Asian descent, new research finds.
How technology is improving health information access for the deaf community
Jul 12, 2021
The deaf community has long confronted roadblocks when it comes to accessing reliable health information. But technology is helping to fill the gap.
Born with a severe heart defect, 9-year-old defies all odds
Jul 9, 2021
At 9, Bennett Sayles has survived five open-heart surgeries and countless other procedures, all with a smile.
Discrimination against transgender, gender diverse people adds to heart troubles
Jul 8, 2021
Transgender and gender diverse people experience higher rates of cardiovascular disease and death, likely from the chronic stress of discrimination, a new American Heart Association report finds.
How to eat right and save money at the same time
Jul 8, 2021
How do you eat healthy on a budget? Follow advice from these experts.
Fit and 41, she thought nothing of her family history – until her heart attack
Jul 7, 2021
Nicole Lazowski figured that not smoking, eating well and staying in shape was enough to stop heart disease. Doctors said her healthy lifestyle wasn't enough to avoid a heart attack, but it probably saved her.
Smoking harms the brain, raises dementia risk – but not if you quit
Jul 6, 2021
People who smoke are at much higher risk for a wide range of brain health problems, including dementia. But quitting can level the field.
Diagnosed with preeclampsia late in pregnancy, she had a stroke 5 days after giving birth
Jul 1, 2021
Andrea Engfer developed preeclampsia late in pregnancy, leading to an early birth of her daughter, Emma. Less than a week later, Andrea had a stroke.
Watermelon is a summertime staple. But what's hidden behind the sweetness?
Jul 1, 2021
Lycopene and citrulline are just two of the nutrients that make watermelon a healthy summertime treat.
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