Arsenic in drinking water may damage the heart
May 7, 2019
Drinking water contaminated with arsenic increases the risk of structural changes to the heart, a new study finds.
May 7, 2019
Drinking water contaminated with arsenic increases the risk of structural changes to the heart, a new study finds.
May 6, 2019
Michael Johnson's quick reaction to his stroke was a big reason for his stellar recovery.
May 6, 2019
Since arriving in Massachusetts from Vietnam in 1975, Anh Vu Sawyer has helped thousands of Southeast Asian refugees, immigrants and long-term residents understand the risks for heart disease and stroke.
May 3, 2019
Prolonged exposure to low-dose radiation increases risk of high blood pressure, says a new study that looked at Russian workers at a nuclear plant.
May 3, 2019
"Kissing bugs" are found in the U.S., sometimes transmitting an infection that can lead to heart disease many years later. How worried should we be?
May 2, 2019
Nobody knows exactly what caused Ira Goodman's cardiovascular problems, but it's given him firsthand experience with life-threatening conditions.
May 2, 2019
A new report examines the impact sleep apnea and other sleep problems have on stroke recovery and recurrence.
May 1, 2019
Oscar-nominated director John Singleton died at age 51. Like many black Americans, he suffered from high blood pressure.
May 1, 2019
As American Stroke Month begins, Olympic track legend and former world record holder Michael Johnson talks about his newest label – stroke survivor – and the importance of F.A.S.T.
Apr 30, 2019
Medication, a healthy diet and exercise have helped prevent history from repeating itself in the Korfmacher family.
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