Surgery fixed her heart. Controlling her thoughts helped her cope.
Feb 10, 2020
This American Heart Month, Bonnie Gwin shows how the mind can help in the fight against heart disease.
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Advisory calls for bridging inequities in rural health
Feb 10, 2020
A new advisory recommends focusing on telehealth, along with addressing the physician shortage in sparsely populated regions, to increase access to health care services for those in need.
She put off heart symptoms until it was almost too late
Feb 7, 2020
Since suffering a heart attack at 55, Bev Pohlit has been devoted to raising awareness that heart disease is the No. 1 killer of women.
Expert heart advice for rare genetic muscle disorder
Feb 6, 2020
Awareness is crucial when it comes to treating myotonic dystrophy, a rare genetic muscle disorder that can cause heart disease. A new paper offers guidance from medical experts.
How a happy relationship can help your health
Feb 5, 2020
Loving relationships aren't just the stuff of candy hearts 鈥� they have significant influence on our physical health.
Chronic stress can cause heart trouble
Feb 4, 2020
Managing stress through physical activity, a good sleep routine and other healthy habits helps create a healthier overall lifestyle.
Persistent asthma linked to increased risk for heart rhythm disorder
Feb 4, 2020
People with persistent asthma may be more likely to develop atrial fibrillation, a new study shows.
Millions are learning to live with heart failure
Feb 3, 2020
Once considered a death sentence, heart failure is now a chronic disease for millions of Americans, who manage the condition through lifestyle, medications and advances in medical technology.
These Super Sunday puppies aren't just adorable, they can be good for health
Jan 31, 2020
Medical research that shows dogs are good for your health and your heart is backed up by countless anecdotes about the beneficial bonds between people and their pets.
CDC: Adults expected to live a little longer, heart disease still top killer
Jan 30, 2020
U.S. adults gained 1.2 months, or 36 days, in life expectancy compared to 2017, according to a new report of 2018 data.