How Heart Disease Presents Differently in Women
Heart disease has long been viewed as a male issue, but in reality, it is the No. 1 killer of both women and men in the United States. To put it into perspective, one in
Belonging Is an Important Aspect of Post-Heart Attack Care
A heart attack is terrifying. And even with great medical care, the flurry of emotions that go with facing your mortality can really wreak havoc with mental health. And yet, studies have found that very
Raise a Toast to Good Health!
Whether you kick back with a glass every day as a way to relax or only imbibe on special occasions, wine has been linked to better heart health and longevity, which is something we can
Easy Ways to Boost How Much You Move
It’s no secret that Americans eat too much and exercise too little. We’re the home of motorized bicycles and scooters, extra-large value meals and an Uber standing by to drive us three city blocks. The
Teen Heart Screenings: Five Easy Minutes That Can Save a Life
Teenage athletes have often been honing their skills since grade school—which is why the parents of seemingly healthy athletes may be surprised to hear their doctor recommend a cardiac screening as part of the process
Top 10 Health Risks for Men
It’s no secret that men are notorious for waiting out health issues until they become a bigger problem. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), nearly a quarter of all men surveyed
Cardiac Rehab is a Work of Heart
If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with heart disease or has suffered a heart attack recently, your health problems can be scary, worrisome and even confusing. But with effort, experts say that
Living the Ornish Life
Constance Kilgore is a true believer in the Dr. Ornish Program for Reversing Heart Disease.™ “This program has saved my life,” the 71-year-old geriatric care manager and social worker says. Kilgore was born in Massachusetts,
Heart Smart Men Put Their Health First
With the demands of life, it can be hard for people to make sure they’re taking care of themselves — but there may be a reason men are stereotypically pegged as being notoriously bad at
Viagra: The Little Blue Lifesaver?
The commercials are ubiquitous to the point that just about anyone can list the side effects. Long the drug of choice for erectile dysfunction (ED), Viagra has also been found to help with heart disease,