New tool brings big changes to cardiovascular disease predictions
Nov 10, 2023
A new risk calculator for cardiovascular disease includes kidney disease, looks at heart failure and rethinks the influence of race.
Prevention
Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander adults have second-highest cardiovascular death rate in the U.S.
Nov 8, 2023
Heart disease and stroke death rates for Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander adults have been substantially underestimated, new research suggests.
Can EKGs read by AI save lives? It's possible, researchers say
Nov 6, 2023
Artificial intelligence outperformed humans in identifying high-risk patients via electrocardiogram, leading to better care and fewer deaths, preliminary research says.
Día de los Muertos celebrates the life of the deceased while easing the grief of the living
Oct 31, 2023
On the Day of the Dead, music and altars filled with flowers, food and skeletons mark an ancient tradition that honors departed loved ones.
First responders who keep us safe need to care for themselves, too
Oct 27, 2023
Even as first responders look out for the public's safety, they need to take care of their own physical and psychological health, experts say ahead of National First Responders Day.
For people aging alone, experts say plan ahead for long-term care
Oct 26, 2023
As the population ages, long-term care is a growing need. But for people who don't have spouses or adult children to care for them, finding support can be challenging.
Ever heard of the portfolio diet? It may lower risk for heart disease and stroke
Oct 25, 2023
The portfolio diet, a lesser-known dietary pattern that emphasizes plant-based foods, could lower the risk for heart disease and stroke, new research shows.
Feel dizzy when you stand up? It's a drop in blood pressure and may be an early sign of dementia
Oct 23, 2023
A new study is reinforcing scientists' suspicions of a link between orthostatic hypotension and dementia.
High blood pressure isn't only a risk during pregnancy
Oct 20, 2023
Most women are familiar with the risks of high blood pressure during pregnancy, but relatively few are aware of the dangers in the weeks and months after delivery.
Pirouettes and palpitations: Ballet dancer's irregular heartbeat went undiagnosed for years
Oct 19, 2023
Joffrey Ballet performer Edson Barbosa had experienced irregular heartbeats during rehearsals since he was a teenager. He was eventually diagnosed with atrial fibrillation at 26.