Palliative care underused for people with heart disease, report finds
Jul 1, 2024
People with heart disease may benefit from care that eases symptoms and improves quality of life, according to a new science report.
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Stories about people, science and health, from American Heart Association News
What might the next century hold for cardiovascular disease prevention and care?
Jun 28, 2024
The past century brought profound advances in our understanding and treatment of heart disease and stroke. Experts say prevention, innovative technology and addressing disparities will be paramount in the next 100 years.
Her aorta tore while in Ireland. She turned her drama into a cabaret act.
Jun 27, 2024
Open-heart surgery for an aortic dissection was the first in a string of medical crises for Shana Pennington-Baird. She fought back with creativity.
As summer heat cranks up, our appetites may cool off
Jun 26, 2024
How much and what we want to eat may change as temperatures rise.
The rules for measuring blood pressure – and why they exist
Jun 25, 2024
Getting an accurate blood pressure reading can be tricky if proper procedures aren't followed. Here's why experts say the guidelines matter.
From near death to the Senior Olympics
Jun 24, 2024
After a near-fatal heart attack at 63, Dan Williams realized he couldn't count on another second chance. He is now winning medals at the Maryland Senior Olympics for track and field.
Is andropause the same as 'male menopause,' and should men worry?
Jun 21, 2024
Testosterone levels decline as men age. Here's what experts say about andropause and its health effects.
18-month-old's mystery fever and swollen lips were symptoms of Kawasaki disease
Jun 20, 2024
Konner Hall spiked a fever of 104. His lips became swollen and he got rashes all over. Doctors said he was dehydrated. He actually had Kawasaki disease.
Electrolytes can give the body a charge, but try not to overdo it
Jun 19, 2024
Electrolytes are essential, but does that mean you need to be seeking out electrolyte drinks, tablets or powders?
She didn't know what was wrong. Neither did her dad when he had a heart attack.
Jun 18, 2024
Susan Koeppen was confused by pain in her shoulder and overwhelming nausea. Then she remembered her father had subtle symptoms when he had a heart attack.
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