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.
Heart Disease 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.
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.
PE teacher's pneumonia diagnosis led doctor to find potentially fatal heart problem
Jun 14, 2024
When David Pinto felt sick, he usually just "dealt with it" 鈥� until a doctor who detected pneumonia also discovered a heart defect and an aortic aneurysm.
Heart disease and stroke could affect at least 60% of adults in U.S. by 2050
Jun 4, 2024
An aging, more diverse population with rising cardiovascular risk factors 鈥� especially obesity and high blood pressure 鈥� will drive big increases in heart disease and stroke over the next 30 years, according to new projections.
State and local efforts aim to ease access to heart care in rural Kentucky
May 29, 2024
In a state where mountains and winding roads can make getting emergency services and health care hard, Kentuckians turn to technology and new training for help.
People whose bodies age faster may benefit most from good heart health
May 29, 2024
Sticking to key guides for good heart health lowers the risk for cardiovascular disease and death, especially in people genetically predisposed to faster aging, new research suggests.
Lupus can pose hidden risks to the heart
May 28, 2024
Lupus is an autoimmune disease, but it's linked to a higher risk of heart attack and stroke, especially in younger women.