Protecting yourself from the painful shingles virus may also protect cardiovascular health
Aug 12, 2024
It's more than a rash – shingles, or herpes zoster, has been linked to a higher risk of heart attack and stroke. Here's what you need to know.
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The important gap community health workers and care managers can fill in high blood pressure care
Aug 5, 2024
Care managers and community health workers can help people with limited resources achieve their health goals, especially in rural areas, new research suggests.
COVID, flu and RSV: What to know about who should get vaccinated and when
Aug 2, 2024
New COVID-19 vaccines and flu shots are coming. Federal officials have announced who should get them and when, along with new advice for who needs protection against RSV.
What young adults can do right now to prevent heart attacks and strokes
Jul 30, 2024
Young adults who follow a checklist for good heart health are less likely to show early signs of clogged arteries than those who don't, new research finds.
AI researcher merged engineering and medicine to bring meaning to his work
Jul 19, 2024
Dr. Antonis Armoundas, an artificial intelligence researcher, uses engineering principles to improve the way health care is delivered.
New cardiovascular risk tool could guide who needs medication for high blood pressure
Jul 15, 2024
A person's short- and long-term risk for cardiovascular disease could be considered when deciding how to treat stage 1 high blood pressure, a new study suggests.
Disaster planning for older adults: What to know this hurricane and wildfire season
Jul 10, 2024
Whether evacuating or riding out a natural disaster at home, experts say being prepared is critical to survival, especially for older adults.
What can sharks teach us about our hearts?
Jul 8, 2024
For Shark Week, sink your teeth into these facts about how shark hearts differ from humans' – and the surprising ways we're connected.
What might the next century hold for cardiovascular disease prevention and care?
Jun 28, 2024
The past century brought profound advances in our understanding and treatment of heart disease and stroke. Experts say prevention, innovative technology and addressing disparities will be paramount in the next 100 years.
The rules for measuring blood pressure – and why they exist
Jun 25, 2024
Getting an accurate blood pressure reading can be tricky if proper procedures aren't followed. Here's why experts say the guidelines matter.