He was in great shape before a heart attack at 33 – but not for another at 39
Mar 2, 2022
Since his second heart attack, Alex Hobbs of Robinson Township, Pennsylvania, has dropped 50 pounds by exercising regularly and eating a plant-based diet.
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When it comes to accurate blood pressure readings, cuff size matters
Mar 1, 2022
Using a blood pressure cuff that's too big or too small can result in inaccurate readings, preliminary research shows.
Retiree doesn't let heart issues slow him down
Feb 28, 2022
Model patient Chris Mathews of Plano, Texas, developed a four-pronged plan for heart health to help combat genetics.
High blood pressure may raise future kidney disease risk for pregnant women
Feb 25, 2022
High blood pressure during pregnancy may raise the risk for kidney disease in the years that follow, a new study finds. That risk is even higher for women who also had high blood pressure before getting pregnant.
When his heart failed, 'Monk' actor Jason Gray-Stanford lived his own drama
Feb 24, 2022
Jason Gray-Stanford, who played Lt. Randy Disher on "Monk," talks about the condition that nearly killed him, and the heart transplant that saved his life.
Understanding 'Black fatigue' – and how to overcome it
Feb 24, 2022
Living with racism is exhausting and a health risk, but you can find ways to protect yourself and others.
Donating blood benefits both receiver and giver – and now is a critical time
Feb 23, 2022
The nation's blood supply is in critical need, as aid agencies say the U.S. is facing its worst shortage in 10 years. Donors who help meet the demand for blood can help others – and also may be doing themselves some good.
Sexual assault, harassment linked to women's high blood pressure risk
Feb 22, 2022
Sexual harassment and assault are common experiences for U.S. women, and such experiences may raise the risk of hypertension, a new study says.
Some infertility treatments may raise risk for pregnancy complications
Feb 22, 2022
Women who conceive using assisted reproductive technology may be at higher risk for complications affecting themselves and their unborn children at the time of delivery, new research finds.
This researcher is using and studying social media to improve and extend lives
Feb 22, 2022
Bertha Hidalgo of the University of Alabama-Birmingham leads a project focused on women, particularly those from historically excluded populations. She's already made a difference for her mom.
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