Articles for Tag: "risk factors"

5 reasons why heart attacks differ in women  Featured
5 reasons why heart attacks differ in women
A scientific statement suggests that causes, treatment and outcomes are completely different between genders.
Deaths from heart problems could be cut in half 
Deaths from heart problems could be cut in half
Preventable factors account for large percentage of cardiac disease deaths in the U.S.
Three avoidable risk factors contributing to early death 
Three avoidable risk factors contributing to early death
Learn how to manage these conditions for a healthy life.
Topinka’s death shining light on women and stroke 
Topinka’s death shining light on women and stroke
This week’s news about the death of the Illinois Comptroller is getting women talking about the health threat.
Staying alert for signs of stroke 
Staying alert for signs of stroke
Today is National Stroke Alert Day. Learn more about the symptoms and treatment for this life-threatening condition.
Two new worries for heart patients 
Two new worries for heart patients
People with heart disease, anxiety and depression, may have a greater chance of dying before those without those added complications.