What he thought was pneumonia turned out to be heart failure – at age 30
Nov 28, 2023
After an untreated heart attack, Dave Conway had heart failure followed by three strokes. He's taking his second chance seriously.
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A million US veterans are enlisting for science, each other – and everyone else
Nov 10, 2023
The Million Veteran Program is enabling researchers to look at health, nutrition and genetic details in unprecedented ways. The results will benefit many more than the veterans enabling it.
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.
Mammograms show promise as tool for predicting heart disease and stroke in women
Nov 6, 2023
Women whose mammograms show evidence of breast artery calcification may face a higher risk for future cardiovascular problems, according to preliminary new research.
Their moms' strokes brought them together. Now they're getting married.
Nov 3, 2023
Mike Garrow's mother had a stroke when he was 6 weeks old. Megan Frost was 7 years old when her mom had a stroke. The two connected after Mike posted on Facebook about a tattoo honoring his mother.
Cardiovascular deaths caused by extreme heat in U.S. could potentially triple by midcentury
Oct 30, 2023
Unless greenhouse gas emissions are reduced, the U.S. could see a major increase in cardiovascular deaths linked to extreme heat, new research suggests.
After a stroke at 34, she's devoted herself to recovering
Oct 16, 2023
Amanda Porter is working hard to regain her previous abilities after having a stroke in 2020.
What people with heart disease should know about vaccines today
Oct 6, 2023
Influenza, RSV and COVID-19 all are linked to cardiovascular concerns. Here's what experts say people should understand about risks and benefits of vaccination.
Insomnia may be an early risk factor for irregular heart rhythm
Oct 4, 2023
A large study of young military veterans found those with insomnia were more likely to develop atrial fibrillation than those who got better sleep.
Gulf War illness may increase risk for heart disease or stroke
Sep 29, 2023
An illness that affects about a third of Gulf War veterans was linked to higher odds of high blood pressure, diabetes, heart disease and more.