Articles for Tag: "heart attack"

Accident victim gets second chance at life  Featured
Accident victim gets second chance at life
Read the touching story of a patient who reunites with the nurse who helped save his life.
Sex after a heart attack; is it safe? 
Sex after a heart attack; is it safe?
A new statement released on Monday urges heart patients and health care providers to talk about resuming sexual activity after a heart event.
Running the dream 
Running the dream
A 33-year-old Chicago man shares how he is preparing to run the Chicago Marathon after surviving a heart attack last year.
I run and I am free 
I run and I am free
After surviving a heart attack last December, 32-year-old Dan Cavanaugh is prepping for the biggest run of his life – the Chicago Marathon.
Are your thoughts making you sick? 
Are your thoughts making you sick?
A new study reveals that if you constantly tell yourself that stress is harming your health, it could become a self-fulfilling prophecy. Learn more.
Gandolfini’s death puts spotlight on heart attack risks 
Gandolfini’s death puts spotlight on heart attack risks
The world was stunned by news of James Gandolfini’s sudden death Wednesday of a reported heart attack. But experts say a growing number of younger men and women are being diagnosed with heart disease. Find out if you may be at risk.
Dangers of sleep apnea on your heart  Featured
Dangers of sleep apnea on your heart
A recent study highlights the risks of obstructive sleep apnea and its effects on the heart. Get the details.