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Misguided masculinity keeps many men from visiting the doctor
Jun 15, 2021
For some men, fears of appearing weak are a barrier to seeking health care, but tapping such notions could be part of the solution.
Jun 15, 2021
For some men, fears of appearing weak are a barrier to seeking health care, but tapping such notions could be part of the solution.
Jun 14, 2021
After years of improvement, high blood pressure control among adults in the U.S. dropped regardless of age, race or ethnicity, according to new research.
Jun 11, 2021
Congenital heart defect survivor Mike Lane uses his platform as a gaming influencer to connect with others and raise awareness about heart disease.
Jun 10, 2021
While closing health gaps will require both societal and policy changes, each person can do their part through conversations and actions to advocate for change, experts say.
Jun 9, 2021
Weaving physical activity into busy schedules in midlife isn't easy, but it can help preserve good heart and brain health later in life.
Jun 8, 2021
Jimmy Fremgen was born with hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, a condition that caused the deaths of his grandfather and mother. Today, the Sacramento-based advocate raises awareness about heart disease.
Jun 8, 2021
Black women are most likely to develop preeclampsia during pregnancy, but Asian and Pacific Islander women may have the highest risk for complications from that condition, a new study finds.
Jun 7, 2021
The pandemic may have engendered unhealthy habits for kids and their parents, but this summer presents the chance to start fixing that. Here are some tips.
Jun 4, 2021
Bluish, purple skin pointed doctors to his heart defects shortly after birth. So began a challenge-filled journey for this 21-year-old.
Jun 3, 2021
Women who experience early menopause have 1.5 times higher risk of blockage-caused strokes, according to a new study that showed stroke risk fell slightly for each year menopause was delayed.
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