Persistent asthma linked to increased risk for heart rhythm disorder
Feb 4, 2020
People with persistent asthma may be more likely to develop atrial fibrillation, a new study shows.
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Stories about people, science and health, from American Heart Association News
Millions are learning to live with heart failure
Feb 3, 2020
Once considered a death sentence, heart failure is now a chronic disease for millions of Americans, who manage the condition through lifestyle, medications and advances in medical technology.
These Super Sunday puppies aren't just adorable, they can be good for health
Jan 31, 2020
Medical research that shows dogs are good for your health and your heart is backed up by countless anecdotes about the beneficial bonds between people and their pets.
CDC: Adults expected to live a little longer, heart disease still top killer
Jan 30, 2020
U.S. adults gained 1.2 months, or 36 days, in life expectancy compared to 2017, according to a new report of 2018 data.
A sweet Super Bowl treat that won't sack your health
Jan 30, 2020
Score one for nutrition by trying this vegan twist on nachos at your Super Bowl party.
Processed vs. ultra-processed food, and why it matters to your health
Jan 29, 2020
To eat well, you need to know the difference between processed and ultra-processed food.
Excess crops, empty cupboards and the professional matchmaker bringing them together
Jan 28, 2020
Rooted in the South Side of Chicago, Stacey Minor was the perfect person to solve this food crisis.
High school basketball player saved by CPR helps win championship
Jan 28, 2020
Ben Blankenhorn survived a cardiac arrest. Then, he played in the title game of the high school basketball championship.
These doctors want to write 'farmacy' prescriptions
Jan 27, 2020
Cardiologists plant seeds for Varanda, an agricultural and nutritional preventive health program for veterans in the Boston area.
Athletic mom's undiagnosed condition led to 2 strokes
Jan 24, 2020
Kelley Naab was born with a hole in her heart she didn't know she had until a mini-stroke at age 35. Five years later, she had a full-blown stroke.
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