Differences remain in heart attack treatments for black patients
Sep 20, 2018
A new study found that black heart attack patients continue to get less aggressive procedures and medications than white patients hospitalized for the same condition.
Heart Attack News
A cardiac arrest hit while cycling. Months later, he was hiking.
Sep 18, 2018
A near-fatal cardiac arrest during a two-day bike ride inspired a successful businessman to chart a new course.
Dad made heart surgeries better. His son made recovery easier.
Sep 11, 2018
The story of the father-son team from Michigan that's been improving and extending lives for more than 60 years.
Study: Nicotine patch safe for smokers while hospitalized for heart disease
Sep 7, 2018
Nicotine replacement therapy appears to be a safe option for smokers hospitalized for heart disease, even for critically ill patients on their first day, according to a new study.
Are die-hard football, other sports fans putting their hearts at risk?
Sep 7, 2018
The connection between watching sports and cardiac events has to do with passion – and personal health.
Gout could increase heart disease risk
Aug 17, 2018
Having a type of inflammatory arthritis called gout may worsen heart-related outcomes for people being treated for coronary artery disease, according to new research.
Wildfire smoke threatens health of those near and far
Aug 15, 2018
More than 100 wildfires are blazing through parts of the western United States, including one in California that has grown to become the largest fire in the state’s history.
New blood test is better, faster at diagnosing a heart attack
Aug 6, 2018
A new and more precise blood test can rule out heart attacks in U.S. patients faster than traditional tests, according to new research.
A better way to predict heart attacks and strokes in space
Jul 30, 2018
Researchers may have developed a more reliable way to predict the risk of heart attack and stroke in astronauts - and the technique may eventually help gauge the same danger for regular folks on Earth, too.
Returning to work after a heart attack can be tough, but also good medicine
Jul 25, 2018
Returning to work after a heart attack often requires patients to clear unexpected psychological hurdles in addition to the physical ones they already face. But going back can decrease depression, improve overall health and prevent financial hardship.