Belly fat may signal early heart issues for Mexican Americans
Oct 15, 2020
Excess fat deep in the belly leads to thickening of the arteries for Mexican Americans – but only those born in the United States.
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Flu and COVID-19 are bad enough, but they also can raise stroke risk
Oct 14, 2020
Having influenza or the coronavirus may increase the odds of having an ischemic stroke – the type where blood flow in the brain is blocked.
Steps to improve heart health during the pandemic
Oct 13, 2020
Maintaining heart health is always essential but especially during the coronavirus pandemic. People with chronic conditions may be at higher risk. (This article was created with financial support from Transamerica.)
How much do you know about thrombosis? Probably not enough
Oct 13, 2020
Maintaining healthy habits, especially keeping a healthy weight, can help prevent dangerous blood clots – even if you're genetically at risk.
Scenes of childhood hunger left lasting impression
Oct 12, 2020
Addressing food insecurity among students and promoting healthy living is the mission of University of Arizona student Lady Dorothy Elli.
Hispanics are paying the price for being 'essential' during the pandemic
Oct 9, 2020
Los Angeles essential worker Maria de Lourdes Alvarado, her family's sole breadwinner, developed COVID-19 while juggling two jobs. She’s now focused on educating her community and helping them access jobs and health care.
Strokes and heart attacks increase when flu-like illnesses rise
Oct 8, 2020
Heart attack risk increases quickly after a flu-like illness, while the risk of stroke rises slower, according to a new study.
Heart health report aims to bolster research, boost care for LGBTQ patients
Oct 8, 2020
A scientific statement highlights disparities in LGBTQ cardiovascular health and points the way for more – and better – research.
Your pandemic hobby might be doing more good than you know
Oct 7, 2020
Finding the right hobby can do more than help pass the time – it might help your health.
Optimism, resilience may guard heart health in Black adults
Oct 7, 2020
Researchers found that "psychosocial resilience" may be more important for cardiovascular health in Black adults than where they live, which has historically been a social determinant of health.
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