Hookah smoke increases blood clot risk in mice
Jan 16, 2020
Tobacco smoke from hookahs may cause blood clots, which can lead to heart attack or stroke, according to new research conducted in mice.
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After stroke, an 'astounding' risk of heart problems
Jan 9, 2020
Even without underlying heart disease, first-time stroke survivors had an increased risk of serious heart problems within 30 days.
Heavy drinking may cause heart damage before symptoms appear
Dec 18, 2019
Drinking too much alcohol may cause heart injury, stretching of the heart wall and inflammation before symptoms arise, according to a new study.
Cold heart facts: Why you need to watch out in winter
Dec 11, 2019
Several factors make winter a time of particular risk for heart-related problems.
A racial gap in the heart attack benefits of aspirin?
Dec 11, 2019
African Americans did not get the same heart attack protection from low-dose aspirin that white Americans saw in a new study.
Public Enemy's Keith Shocklee turns his heart attack into a call to action
Dec 9, 2019
Music producer Keith Shocklee, known best for his work with legendary rap group Public Enemy, looked and acted healthy. That wasn't enough to avoid a heart attack.
NFL coaches' drive for success can be hard on their hearts
Dec 5, 2019
Heart disease has struck many pro football coaches, and though nobody has studied the connection, doctors see plenty of risks.
CEO remembers Bernard Tyson for leaving health care 'better than he found it'
Nov 17, 2019
A week after the death of American Heart Association board member Bernard Tyson, CEO Nancy Brown shares memories of his devotion to the health and well-being of all Americans.
Heart attack survivors who develop PTSD don't always take heart meds
Nov 14, 2019
People who have a heart attack and then develop PTSD may be at higher risk for a second heart attack because they are not taking their cardiovascular medication, a new study shows.
Millions unaware of common heart attack symptoms
Nov 12, 2019
More than 10 million adults in the United States don't know most heart attack symptoms or the best way to respond to them, a new study finds.