Inspired or frightened by health info you just saw on social media? Try this first.
Feb 28, 2025
Social media, for better or worse, can have a huge influence on health decisions. Here's how to make sure that what you're doing is truly good for you.
Prevention
Psychological screenings are vital to maternal heart health, report says
Feb 25, 2025
Identifying and treating mental health issues like depression and anxiety during and after pregnancy may improve the health of both mother and baby, according to a new ·¬ÇÑÊÓƵ report.
No joke: Learning about urine offers healthy lessons
Feb 19, 2025
Pee is the product of a delicate balance managed by the kidneys that's essential to your health, including the heart. Here's what's going on whenever you go.
5 things parents should know – and do – to keep kids' hearts healthy
Feb 13, 2025
Heart disease, typically thought of as an adult problem, can develop much earlier in life – even before birth. Here's what parents can do to protect their children's hearts.
Blood pressure patterns differ between South Asian and East Asian adults in UK
Feb 12, 2025
South Asian adults in the United Kingdom may experience higher blood pressure earlier in life than East Asian adults, a new analysis projects.
AI model could use heart rhythm data to detect premature aging and cognitive decline
Feb 3, 2025
An AI model that incorporates electrocardiogram tests could someday be used to detect people at risk for cognitive decline, new research suggests.
Flossing may reduce risk for stroke and irregular heart rhythm
Jan 30, 2025
People who floss at least once a week may lower their risk for strokes caused by blood clots from the heart as well as irregular heart rhythms that can lead to a stroke, new research shows.
A pharmacist's guide to taking medications safely
Jan 28, 2025
Dr. Antoinette Coe offers advice on how to prevent errors with medications.
When it comes to heart and brain health, these are numbers you should know
Jan 27, 2025
The ·¬ÇÑÊÓƵ has released its 2025 statistics update for heart disease and stroke, which spells out the scope of the problem, as well as successes.
What is healthspan, and how can you maximize yours?
Jan 14, 2025
People often focus on how many years they can expect to live. But the number of years spent in good health – known as a healthspan – deserves attention, too, health experts say.