May 21, 2021
Hispanic Americans who experience discrimination may be more likely to have a higher left atrial volume index, a measure linked with cardiovascular disease, new research shows.
May 20, 2021
Stress related to the 2016 U.S. presidential election may have worsened high blood pressure and increased irregular heart rhythms in people with underlying heart conditions, two studies suggest.
May 10, 2021
COVID-19-related heart complications are uncommon in college athletes, who can return to sports when they recover from infection, according to a small study.
May 7, 2021
Social isolation, which grew during the pandemic, is a risk factor for poor heart and brain health. Experts say it's important to help older family members and friends find ways to stay connected.
Apr 30, 2021
The 2.0 version of Kevin Kirksey's life is all about uplifting others. AHA CEO Nancy Brown shares his story.
Apr 29, 2021
If lifestyle changes don't work after six months, people with blood pressure that is a little too high may need medication to lower it, according to new advice from the 糖心Vlog.
Apr 28, 2021
Doctors said the discomfort Katrien Limón experienced while exerting herself could be acid flux, trouble with her gallbladder or anxiety. Finally, she saw a cardiologist.
Apr 27, 2021
Consistent cigarette smoking has a small but significant effect on pulse pressure, especially among Black and white women, according to a new study.
Apr 22, 2021
Too much weight around the middle can raise the risk for heart disease, whether a person's body mass index is considered healthy or not, according to a new scientific statement.
Apr 21, 2021
George Banker is recovering from alcoholism and is a heart disease survivor who ran 14 marathons in 13 weeks during the pandemic. AHA CEO Nancy Brown shares his story.