Why 'cough CPR' is not the lifesaver it's made out to be
Jan 22, 2025
Social media posts continue to spread misinformation about how coughing forcefully can treat a heart attack. Doctors debunk this myth and share what actually to do.
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College pals gathered in a remote cabin. When one went into cardiac arrest, another saved him.
Jan 21, 2025
Athletic Oregonian Tyson Yeck went into cardiac arrest during a guys weekend. His friend did CPR until first responders restored his heart rhythm with an AED.
Cucumbers are trendy, but how healthy are they?
Jan 17, 2025
As the veggie goes viral, here's what to know about cucumber nutrition.
How the virus behind COVID-19 can harm your blood vessels and your heart
Jan 16, 2025
Researchers are zeroing in on the ways SARS-CoV-2 damages and persists inside blood vessels, raising the risk for heart attacks and strokes years after an initial infection.
Teen's face went numb at the start of a calculus exam. Another migraine? No. A stroke.
Jan 15, 2025
During what she thought was a migraine episode, Maddy Ferriter had a stroke due to an undiagnosed heart defect.
What is healthspan, and how can you maximize yours?
Jan 14, 2025
People often focus on how many years they can expect to live. But the number of years spent in good health – known as a healthspan – deserves attention, too, health experts say.
Love on the rocks? Here's advice for staying well in your breakup era
Jan 13, 2025
A relationship's end can hurt in all kinds of ways, but experts say these tips might protect your health.
Fitness instructor bounced back quickly from a heart attack at 39
Jan 10, 2025
Jason Shaw was in the best shape of his life when he had a heart attack that led to double bypass surgery.
Microaggressions during pregnancy and delivery later linked to higher blood pressure
Jan 9, 2025
A new study suggests an association between subtle gender and racial slights, even unintentional, and higher blood pressure postpartum.
Heart-protecting advice for a peak experience in the mountains
Jan 8, 2025
Hitting the slopes or planning a high-altitude hike? Take time to acclimate, experts say.
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