Best hospital for stroke patients might not be the closest one, experts say
May 20, 2019
A new policy statement from the American Stroke Association looks to boost stroke prevention, treatment and recovery.
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Stress from work, home can harm women's hearts. Here's what to do.
May 20, 2019
Research shows frazzled women are at higher risk of heart disease, diabetes and other chronic conditions.
Drummer's death inspires grief-stricken bandmates to rethink rock 'n' roll lifestyle
May 17, 2019
After heart disease claimed famed drummer Vinnie Paul Abbott at 54, the hard rockers of Hellyeah are turning to healthier ways as they mourn their friend.
At 38, he survived 3 strokes: 'It broke me down, but it also enlightened me'
May 16, 2019
Almost five years after three strokes hit Lee Stroy, the young father of five had to relearn basic life skills.
A grade school crisis set the path for this pioneer in women's heart health
May 16, 2019
Jean McSweeney, a nurse who went on to study heart attack symptoms, is the Healthcare Volunteer of the Year.
Study finds higher risk of stroke-linked plaque in men, possible test for women
May 16, 2019
Men are more likely to develop dangerous plaque buildup in their neck arteries, but a protein hormone might be a helpful warning sign in women, new research suggests.
Artificial molecules could lead to better heart stents
May 15, 2019
A synthetic type of RNA molecule targets problem cells but spares others, which could reduce complications for people who receive artery-expanding implants, researchers say.
More clues to the genetics behind an inherited cholesterol disorder
May 15, 2019
Familial hypercholesterolemia remains largely underdiagnosed and undertreated, but researchers are discovering new clues to the cause of this genetic disorder that leads to premature heart disease.
This neurologist went from dropout to doctor of the year
May 14, 2019
Wyoming's Dr. David B. Wheeler has been an encouraging voice for patients who live in rural areas. He's learned a lot since quitting school at 16.
Dangerous blood clots may be the latest risk from 'bad' cholesterol
May 14, 2019
It was known to narrow arteries, which can lead to heart attacks and strokes. But LDL cholesterol is now suspected of contributing to venous thromboembolism, too.
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Guidelines Resource Center
The American Heart Association regularly releases guidelines and scientific statements for preventing and treating heart disease and stroke.
What do these guidelines mean for you? Should you change your medications? Should you see a doctor for treatment? How do you know if you’re healthy? You’ll find answers here in the Guidelines Resource Center.
