After a stroke at 26, determined athlete fights back
Jun 24, 2021
Former college soccer player Jesse Shea was in the best shape of his life when he had a stroke. After months of relearning to walk and talk, he ran a half-marathon.
Jun 24, 2021
Former college soccer player Jesse Shea was in the best shape of his life when he had a stroke. After months of relearning to walk and talk, he ran a half-marathon.
Jun 23, 2021
After being vaccinated for COVID-19, some people reported heart inflammation, or myocarditis. Here's how doctors are weighing the risks.
Jun 23, 2021
The timing of when certain foods are consumed, along with what's in them, can affect the risk of dying from heart disease and other illnesses, according to new research.
Jun 23, 2021
Silent heart attacks can strike without causing alarm, as the symptoms can be confused with other ailments, such as indigestion or fatigue.
Jun 22, 2021
Nicky Larson ignored shoulder pain while making Halloween treats for her daughter’s day care. The next day, she had a stroke.
Jun 21, 2021
People with heart conditions or heart risk factors should be screened for sleep apnea and treated to prevent problems from worsening, according to an American Heart Association scientific statement.
Jun 21, 2021
Adding metacognitive therapy to cardiac rehabilitation may greatly reduce anxiety and depression in people recovering from heart problems, a new study suggests.
Jun 18, 2021
Born with a rare heart condition, Maddox Jones had two open-heart surgeries and a new heart by 17. Then began his next journey, securing his transplant team's approval to take testosterone and begin transitioning.
Jun 17, 2021
Babies born prematurely may have significantly higher risk of stroke as young adults – and the earlier the birth, the greater the risk, suggests an extensive new study.
Jun 16, 2021
The bond between son and father, Drs. John and David Cleveland, is quite extraordinary. AHA CEO Nancy Brown shares their story.
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