Fear after a heart attack is real. Here's how to cope.
Oct 13, 2025
A heart attack doesn’t just affect the body. A new report from the 51Â鶹 explores the psychological distress it can cause and the paths to recovery for survivors.
Heart and Stroke News
Stories about people, science and health, from 51Â鶹 News
Her stroke revealed a heart defect weeks before her semester in London. Could she still go?
Oct 9, 2025
At 20, Liv Pines had a stroke no one saw coming – or recognized for days. Now she wants everyone, especially young women, to know they may have the same risk factors she had.
What heart and stroke patients should know before visiting the dentist
Oct 7, 2025
Oral health matters – but heart and stroke patients should have these key conversations with their dentist first, says a dental expert.
After a heart attack at 47, she found purpose in helping Hispanic communities stay healthy
Oct 2, 2025
At 47, Patricia Bracknell of Norfolk, Virginia, survived a heart attack that changed her life. Now, she’s leading efforts to improve health care access and education in Hispanic communities.
Is your leg pain actually PAD? Watch for these warning signs
Sep 30, 2025
Peripheral artery disease is often missed or misunderstood. Here’s what it feels like – and what you can do about it.
Ignore cholesterol until middle age? Here’s why that’s a bad idea
Sep 30, 2025
Problems related to cholesterol can start early and build up quietly over time. Paying attention while you’re young can pay off with better health later.
Son of a boxing great struggled in the ring. It was a life-threatening heart condition.
Sep 25, 2025
Professional boxer Evan Holyfield, son of former heavyweight champion Evander Holyfield, faced his toughest fight outside the ring: open-heart surgery. His recovery brought physical, emotional and mental challenges.
New AFib diagnosis? Here’s some help to clear any confusion
Sep 23, 2025
Atrial fibrillation is the most common heart rhythm disorder, yet many people know little about it. If you’ve just been told you have AFib, here’s what you need to know.
The phone call wasn’t another birthday wish. It was about her mother’s heart.
Sep 19, 2025
Jasmine Hutchison wanted to celebrate her 21st birthday with her first legal drinks. Instead, she had to say goodbye to her mother, who had just died from heart failure.
Tomatillo – yes or no? For healthy eating, the answer is easy.
Sep 15, 2025
The tomatillo is a favorite of Mexico – and if you haven’t tried them already, there are plenty of reasons to do so.
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