Diets low in cholesterol can help reduce heart disease, stroke risk
Dec 16, 2019
Although research doesn't support a specific numerical limit on cholesterol from food, eating less is best, according to a new advisory.
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Lovely but dangerous, wood fires bring health risks
Dec 13, 2019
Your fireplace might look delightful, but wood smoke is filled with things that can hurt you.
Could fish oil fight inflammation?
Dec 12, 2019
Properly formulated enriched fish oil supplements may increase the levels of anti-inflammatory molecules in the bloodstream, according to a new study.
Cold heart facts: Why you need to watch out in winter
Dec 11, 2019
Several factors make winter a time of particular risk for heart-related problems.
A racial gap in the heart attack benefits of aspirin?
Dec 11, 2019
African Americans did not get the same heart attack protection from low-dose aspirin that white Americans saw in a new study.
Toy building boosts woodworker's stroke recovery
Dec 10, 2019
A stroke hampered Gary Lucas' speech and left him partially paralyzed. His devotion to his hobby is helping him recover.
Meet 'Model 2' Christina, the happier, healthier version
Dec 9, 2019
A triple bypass at 43 spurred Dallas teacher Christina Herrera to overhaul her life. Although she misses some of her favorite foods, 'I like the new me.'
Public Enemy's Keith Shocklee turns his heart attack into a call to action
Dec 9, 2019
Music producer Keith Shocklee, known best for his work with legendary rap group Public Enemy, looked and acted healthy. That wasn't enough to avoid a heart attack.
Here's how black barbershops could save lives and millions in health costs
Dec 6, 2019
Putting pharmacists in black barbershops could prevent thousands of strokes and heart attacks and save the health care system $870 million a year, researchers estimate.
NFL coaches' drive for success can be hard on their hearts
Dec 5, 2019
Heart disease has struck many pro football coaches, and though nobody has studied the connection, doctors see plenty of risks.
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