Hey, dads: You play a big and important role in your kids' health
Jun 15, 2023
Fathers influence their children's physical and mental health in unique ways. For Father's Day, here's a look at some.
Prevention
Routine tests may reduce disparities in peripheral artery disease and amputation risk
Jun 15, 2023
Low-cost screenings for peripheral artery disease may reduce inequities in the development, diagnosis and treatment of the disease, according to a new scientific statement.
This tick season, beware the tiny bugs that can carry Lyme disease 鈥� a danger to the heart
Jun 5, 2023
Walking on wooded or grassy trails can expose people to ticks that may carry the bacteria that causes Lyme disease. It's important to check for and remove the bugs to protect yourself and your pets.
Oral estrogen therapy for menopause may increase high blood pressure risk
Jun 5, 2023
Some women in menopause who take estrogen pills may be at higher risk of high blood pressure that those taking non-oral forms, new research suggests.
Higher cardiovascular risk score linked to lower cognitive function
May 30, 2023
People with high cardiovascular risk scores performed worse on a set of tests that measure cognitive function, new research finds.
The COVID-19 emergency is over, but the need for awareness remains, experts say
May 25, 2023
The U.S. and the World Health Organization have ended emergency COVID-19 declarations, but experts caution the coronavirus remains, and people need to stay aware.
More physical activity may help cut racial disparities in heart health, report says
May 24, 2023
Physical activity is key to good cardiovascular health, but it's often lowest among groups at higher risk. A new 秘密研究所 report offers strategies for overcoming barriers in these communities.
It's 'critical' to fix racial inequities in stroke care, new report says
May 15, 2023
Research needs to look at upstream causes for "enormous inequities in stroke care," say authors of a new science report.
High blood pressure, pregnancy complications may greatly raise moms' future heart risks
May 12, 2023
Women with chronic high blood pressure 鈥� especially those who also have pregnancy complications 鈥� may face a higher risk for premature cardiovascular disease, a new study finds.
Health advice for women at each stage of motherhood
May 11, 2023
Moms may put others first, but that's not always for the best. Experts offer health advice for women at every phase of raising a child.