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heart disease

Skinny in 20s, earlier menopause?

Young women who are underweight may have an increased risk of early menopause, potentially jeopardizing their health.

Ladies, let’s talk about your heart

Cardiovascular disease can sneak up on women, so here's what you need to know about how to combat it.

A victim of tragedy: Your heart

For women especially, multiple traumatic experiences are apt to cause health problems that can lead to heart disease.

Even a little more activity could save millions of lives

Think of walking to work or cleaning as low-cost preventive medicine.

Is dementia declining among older Americans?

Rates have fallen among those 70 and older; gains against heart disease might explain trend.

Undiagnosed heart condition ‘AFib’ may be common

Continuous long-term monitoring led to diagnosis in 1 out of 3 high-risk adults.

A little drinking might lengthen your life

But it's a fine balance as too much alcohol can increase risk of early death.

Patient Story

Living, not just staying alive

An implanted heart pump saved Terry Jacobs’ life. Now he’s more active than he’s been in 20 years.

Not all plant foods are equal

Analysis found that only healthy fruits, vegetables and grains guarded against heart disease.

‘Fight or flight’ response greater in combat vets with PTSD

This heightened stress could increase their risk for heart disease.

Eating gluten-free without a medical reason?

Guess what? It won't help your heart and could even hurt it.

Patient Story

A clear, new path

A burgeoning procedure to clear total blockages from coronary arteries is giving new life to patients who once had few options.