High blood pressure isn't only a risk during pregnancy
Oct 20, 2023
Most women are familiar with the risks of high blood pressure during pregnancy, but relatively few are aware of the dangers in the weeks and months after delivery.
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Pirouettes and palpitations: Ballet dancer's irregular heartbeat went undiagnosed for years
Oct 19, 2023
Joffrey Ballet performer Edson Barbosa had experienced irregular heartbeats during rehearsals since he was a teenager. He was eventually diagnosed with atrial fibrillation at 26.
COVID-19 may be worse for those with uncontrolled high blood pressure or diabetes
Oct 18, 2023
The chances of being hospitalized or put on a ventilator for COVID-19 may be higher for people who have poor control of their high blood pressure or diabetes before catching the virus, a new study finds.
For LGBTQ people, friendly health care is important but can be hard to find
Oct 17, 2023
Fear of discrimination keeps many LGBTQ people from getting essential care. Experts offer advice on what health care workers can do – and ways for patients to find doctors who understand.
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.
Papaya's milky texture packed with nutrients
Oct 13, 2023
To some, papaya is an acquired taste. But its nutritional content can help with blood pressure and digestive issues.
Rocker's wife performed CPR with the help of 911 dispatcher
Oct 12, 2023
After heavy metal bass guitarist Sal Italiano had a cardiac arrest, doctors needed proof his brain was functioning before doing heart surgery. The clock was winding down.
Chronic kidney disease may signal higher risk of cardiac arrest in Hispanic adults
Oct 11, 2023
Chronic kidney disease, heavy drinking, heart disease and stroke may be strong predictors of cardiac arrest among Hispanic adults, new research suggests.
'What did the doctor say?' Boosting health literacy falls on more than just the patient
Oct 10, 2023
Most adults in the U.S. struggle with health literacy, and experts say a far-reaching approach is the best way to help patients understand what's happening when they visit the doctor’s office.
Fitness instructor couldn't outrun family heart disease, but she could reduce the damage
Oct 9, 2023
After Angie Mayo had quadruple bypass surgery, the surgeon said her strong heart kept her alive.
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