Running gave him purpose after learning of inherited heart condition
Jul 16, 2024
Tom Sutch was in college when he and his siblings were diagnosed with long QT syndrome, the condition that likely caused their dad's fatal cardiac arrest at age 39.
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New cardiovascular risk tool could guide who needs medication for high blood pressure
Jul 15, 2024
A person's short- and long-term risk for cardiovascular disease could be considered when deciding how to treat stage 1 high blood pressure, a new study suggests.
The ripe stuff: Why seasonal eating can be a healthy delight
Jul 12, 2024
Fruits and vegetables are often a great idea, but eating them in season brings particular delights.
At 71, he's back to fishing and renovating houses after a heart transplant
Jul 11, 2024
Keith Hoch started having heart problems in his 50s. Finally, at 68, he needed a heart transplant.
Disaster planning for older adults: What to know this hurricane and wildfire season
Jul 10, 2024
Whether evacuating or riding out a natural disaster at home, experts say being prepared is critical to survival, especially for older adults.
Following a stroke, pain is common but can be managed
Jul 9, 2024
Various types of pain can develop in the weeks, months and even years after a stroke, and they can be treated, experts say.
What can sharks teach us about our hearts?
Jul 8, 2024
For Shark Week, sink your teeth into these facts about how shark hearts differ from humans' – and the surprising ways we're connected.
Because she gave her husband CPR, their daughters had time to say goodbye
Jul 8, 2024
Suzanne Monson, the widow of Seattle radio legend Dori Monson, arranged a CPR class after learning most people who have a cardiac arrest outside of a hospital don't get CPR.
What to know about water safety and CPR this summer
Jul 2, 2024
With drowning rates on the rise – especially among young children and Black, American Indian and Alaska Native people – experts offer advice on staying safe around the water. And that includes learning CPR.
Film producer sold a movie, then had 2 strokes. Later, a heart transplant.
Jul 1, 2024
Movie producer Jonathan Bogner had to relearn how to talk after having two strokes. He also had an inflamed heart and got an ICD, eventually needing a new heart.
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