Preeclampsia may double a woman's chances for later heart failure
Aug 24, 2020
Women who develop preeclampsia in one or more pregnancies may have a substantially higher risk for heart failure later, according to a new study of Norwegian women.
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The hunt for COVID-19 treatments has researchers optimistic
Aug 20, 2020
Since no vaccine will be 100% effective, figuring out how to best treat COVID-19 is critical, especially in people with heart disease and other conditions that increase the risk for severe illness.
COVID-19's economic fallout expands food insecurity, as groups scramble to help
Aug 19, 2020
Charitable groups are scrambling to address growing levels of food insecurity amid coronavirus concerns.
Stressed TV boss ignored the news from his body – a heart attack
Aug 18, 2020
Television news director Eric Olsen led a stressful life with unhealthy habits. Then chest pains and other symptoms landed him in the hospital with a heart attack.
As hurricane season and pandemic collide, here's how to stay safe
Aug 17, 2020
Hurricane season and other natural disasters can be stressful – and impact heart health. But how do heart and stroke patients prepare when you toss in a pandemic?
After years of decline, death rate from lung clots on the rise
Aug 17, 2020
The death rate for pulmonary embolism is increasing, hitting younger adults and African Americans the hardest, new research finds.
Nut butters are a healthy way to spread nutrients
Aug 14, 2020
As a variety of spreads made from nuts gain popularity, it's easier than ever to reap their health benefits while expanding your taste.
Stroke at 39 fuels 'Nurse Knuckles' to transform career
Aug 13, 2020
After her stroke, Donulaé Knuckles depended on her characteristic grit to recover. Now, she aims to help reduce health disparities and give nurses a greater voice in public policy.
More school, less heart disease? Researchers keep finding evidence
Aug 12, 2020
A growing school of thought sees a link between education and protection from heart disease.
Depression may complicate recovery from peripheral artery disease
Aug 12, 2020
People with depression had worse recovery from a vascular condition that affects the legs, arms and neck, according to a new study that showed women were more likely to be depressed.
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