Among leafy green powerhouses, spinach packs a wallop
Mar 25, 2024
Its nutritional value is impressive, but there's more to consider before gulping down some spinach. Here's what you should know.
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She survived a cardiac arrest. Her husband didn't.
Mar 22, 2024
Danielle McCollian survived a cardiac arrest when her twins were infants. Her husband had a fatal cardiac arrest when they were in kindergarten. But his legacy lives on through his family.
Women with pregnancy complications may be able to lower future cardiovascular risk
Mar 21, 2024
Women with a history of adverse pregnancy outcomes are at higher risk for future cardiovascular disease. But lifestyle and other changes can reduce that risk, new research suggests.
Blood tests could identify people with AFib at risk for 'breakthrough' stroke
Mar 21, 2024
Some people with atrial fibrillation are at risk for strokes even if they take blood-thinning medication. New research suggests certain blood tests can help identify this hidden risk.
Her husband found her unresponsive. He gave CPR, the first step toward her 'Stayin' Alive.'
Mar 20, 2024
After Regina Allemand experienced cardiac arrest, she wasn't expected to survive. Thanks to the lifesaving CPR her husband gave her, she did.
Study offers insight on how hot weather impairs the immune system
Mar 19, 2024
Indicators of inflammation and immune response are linked to high outdoor temperatures, which pose cardiovascular dangers.
Social and economic hardships in childhood may alter gut bacteria in Hispanic adults
Mar 18, 2024
Low socioeconomic status during childhood may affect the type of bacteria found in the gut of Hispanic adults, new research suggests.
Time-restricted eating may raise cardiovascular death risk in the long term
Mar 18, 2024
But questions remain about just how time-restricted eating, which limits calorie consumption to part of the day, affects heart disease and stroke risks.
She had 2 heart attacks at 26. Now she runs marathons.
Mar 15, 2024
Channing Muller of Chicago had two heart attacks despite not having any major risk factors. Her doctors asked about her recovery goals. "I want to run again," she said. More than 12 years later, she's finished eight marathons.
Black veterans with PTSD may face a higher risk of rehospitalization after a stroke
Mar 14, 2024
A new study of VA data finds Black veterans with PTSD were more likely to return to the hospital after a stroke than white veterans.
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