Gender gap in some heart risk factors widens among young adults
Jun 2, 2022
Gender gaps in blood pressure, physical activity and smoking have widened among young adults in the United States, new research finds.
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Consuming about 3 grams of omega-3 fatty acids a day may lower blood pressure
Jun 1, 2022
An analysis of dozens of studies finds roughly 3 grams of omega-3 fatty acids – in food or dietary supplements – may be the optimal amount needed to lower blood pressure.
In secondhand vape, scientists smell risk
May 31, 2022
Secondhand cigarette smoke is associated with a wide array of negative health outcomes. Now, recent studies suggest secondhand e-cigarette vapor also may harm respiratory health.
Her 2-year-old niece noticed something wrong during a video chat. It was a mini-stroke.
May 26, 2022
When she was 44, Dawn Turnage of Youngstown, Ohio, had a series of transient ischemic attacks. Since then, she's worked to stay healthy.
Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander adults less likely to receive mental health services despite growing need
May 25, 2022
Pandemic-related stress and hate crimes against Asian American adults have increased the need for mental health services, experts say.
New study looks at heart defect risk in children of people with heart defects
May 24, 2022
Congenital heart defects may be much more common among children of women with congenital heart defects than men with heart defects, according to new research.
Family's heart disease history inspired her fitness – and got her to the base of Mount Everest
May 24, 2022
Lisa Abbott of East Greenwich, Rhode Island, is mindful that heart disease has touched her father and grandfather. It's also helped inspire her fitness and mission.
Monitoring blood pressure at home can be tricky. Here's how to do it right.
May 23, 2022
Keeping track of blood pressure is essential for health, but measuring it accurately isn't always easy. Here's what to know about taking your own readings.
The severity of depressive symptoms over time may help predict stroke risk
May 23, 2022
People with repeatedly high depressive symptoms may have a higher risk of stroke, according to new research.
She was a prime candidate for a heart attack, if only she'd realized it
May 20, 2022
Although heart disease ran in Dottie Lewis' family, she figured staying active would exempt her. After her heart attack, the Plymouth, Massachusetts, woman learned that wasn't enough.
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