Triathlete's heart stopped at the start of a half Ironman
Sep 6, 2022
Mark Allen was in the best shape of his life when he went into cardiac arrest at the start of a half Ironman competition. Doctors say being in great shape helped him recover.
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Educators, other experts aim to build momentum in fight against youth vaping
Sep 6, 2022
As students settle in for a new school year, educators and researchers are developing an array of tactics to raise awareness about the dangers of vaping – and to help teens change behaviors and beat addiction.
Myocarditis from COVID-19 booster rare, but risk highest among teen boys, young men
Sep 6, 2022
Cases of myocarditis – an inflammation of the heart muscle – following a third dose of the Pfizer vaccine are rare and typically mild, research from Israel shows.
Take a fresh look at oatmeal – it's not as simple as you think
Sep 1, 2022
Filling and full of interesting compounds, oats could be the heroes of your breakfast club.
Addiction care urged for people who inject drugs and develop dangerous heart infection
Aug 31, 2022
People who inject drugs are at high risk for infective endocarditis – and when they have this dangerous heart infection, should also be treated for addiction, a new report says.
She thought her heart problems were resolved – until she got pregnant
Aug 30, 2022
While a renewed diagnosis of hypertrophic cardiomyopathy added drama to Kacie Nowakowski's pregnancy, mother and newborn are doing well.
Shift workers with high blood pressure may face higher heart disease, diabetes risk
Aug 29, 2022
People with high blood pressure who work night shifts may be at higher risk for additional cardiometabolic conditions, such as diabetes, coronary heart disease or stroke, new research suggests.
Newborn was 'very sick little boy' despite several normal prenatal ultrasounds
Aug 25, 2022
A Delaware couple discovered their son had congenital heart defects after he was born. After surgery and back at home, the parents had another scare.
People with dementia may be less likely to receive an advanced treatment for stroke
Aug 24, 2022
A nationwide study of stroke patients suggests a disparity in mechanical clot removal for those with pre-existing dementia.
Black adults' religious practices linked to better heart health measures
Aug 24, 2022
Black adults with strong spiritual beliefs and practices are more likely to meet measures of good cardiovascular health, new research suggests.
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