Articles for Tag: "American Heart Association"

Can sitting for too long increase your risk for cancer? 
Can sitting for too long increase your risk for cancer?
Research shows that sitting for several hours every day could increase your risk for some types of cancers.
3 health numbers men should know  Featured
3 health numbers men should know
It’s important for men to learn what medical information they need to know to stay healthy.
3 cholesterol myths  Featured
3 cholesterol myths
Our expert debunks common misconceptions about good and bad cholesterol.
Angina may signal a more serious condition  Featured
Angina may signal a more serious condition
Find out what steps you can take to live more comfortably.
How resistance training can lower heart disease risks  Featured
How resistance training can lower heart disease risks
Find out why experts say weight training is one of the best ways to keep your heart in tip-top shape.
New guidelines for preventing stroke in women 
New guidelines for preventing stroke in women
Recognizing the unique risk factors for women, the American Heart Association has new information about stroke prevention.
Treatments for young patient’s heart defect helps her live fuller life  Featured
Treatments for young patient’s heart defect helps her live fuller life
At 26 years old, Buthul Hussaini receives the advanced heart care she needs to embrace life.