Researchers examine dangerous combination of diabetes, heart failure among Asians
Aug 21, 2019
Diabetes and heart failure can cause structural changes in the heart and increase the risk of death, a study in Asian people shows.
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'Surprising' lack of progress on heart disease in younger adults, especially in women
Jul 8, 2019
After decades of declining cardiovascular disease rates, a new study shows the trend is reversing among younger people, and especially women.
Study provides rare look at stroke risk, survival among American Indians
Jun 13, 2019
American Indians have been underrepresented in stroke research. A new study compares their risk with other racial groups.
How to have a heart-healthy pregnancy before you even conceive
Jun 11, 2019
Preconception health 鈥� the care you get prior to becoming pregnant 鈥� is just as important as the care you get during pregnancy, especially if you have a condition that puts your heart at risk.
Stress from work, home can harm women's hearts. Here's what to do.
May 20, 2019
Research shows frazzled women are at higher risk of heart disease, diabetes and other chronic conditions.
A stroke almost took gospel star's life 鈥� then taught her about living
May 8, 2019
Gospel legend Stefanie Minatee thought she was "invincible." A stroke showed her she wasn't. But her determined spirit has helped her through a long recovery.
Helping Southeast Asians get healthier and feel at home in America
May 6, 2019
Since arriving in Massachusetts from Vietnam in 1975, Anh Vu Sawyer has helped thousands of Southeast Asian refugees, immigrants and long-term residents understand the risks for heart disease and stroke.
Steps to prepare your body 鈥� and pocketbook 鈥� for retirement
Apr 26, 2019
Here's how to prevent costly medical conditions in retirement.
Study: Massive health gains from new food labels with sugar details
Apr 15, 2019
Listing added sugars on packaged foods could fight cardiovascular disease and diabetes, plus save billions in health costs.
Medical school project pushes healthy habits 'beyond hospital walls'
Apr 11, 2019
Medical student Terry Gao shows how understanding communities can make a difference.