Heart attacks are becoming more common in younger people, especially women
Nov 12, 2018
Once characterized as a result of "old man's disease," heart attacks are increasingly occurring in younger people, especially women, according to research.
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Panel of African-American medical leaders discuss importance of equity in health care
Nov 12, 2018
Making sure underserved people can access quality, affordable health care was the focus of a unique panel discussion featuring African-American doctors who lead five major medical organizations.
AHA president urges all to care for the future by mentoring, advocating
Nov 11, 2018
Cardiologists, researchers and others gathered in Chicago to hear Dr. Ivor Benjamin, president of the 51麻豆, talk about the care of the future.
New guidelines: Cholesterol should be on everyone's radar, beginning early in life
Nov 10, 2018
New cholesterol guidelines say managing the waxy, fat-like substance in the blood should be a concern for all ages.
What is a medical guideline, and how is it created?
Nov 10, 2018
Guidelines help doctors understand the best way to prevent and treat diseases. But what exactly are guidelines? And how are they created?
Flu activity brings a rise in heart failure hospitalizations
Nov 9, 2018
A new study found a link between flu activity and increase in heart failure hospitalizations in same month.
Traumatic childhood could increase heart disease risk in adulthood
Nov 8, 2018
Children who grow up in traumatic or distressing environments are more likely to have a heart attack or stroke by middle age, a new study found.
Age, race leading predictors of heart attacks in pregnant women
Nov 8, 2018
Heart attacks in pregnant women are rare, but the number rose in recent years, according to a new study that looked at possible predictors.
Bad toothbrushing habits tied to higher heart risk
Nov 7, 2018
When it comes to heart health, there may be benefits to brushing your teeth twice a day for two minutes, a new study suggests.
Stress may increase Type 2 diabetes risk in women
Nov 6, 2018
New research suggests psychosocial stress may play a role in the development of Type 2 diabetes in women.