Inconsistent mealtimes linked to heart risks
Nov 16, 2020
Weight gain and higher blood pressure can be the consequences of varying eating patterns, preliminary research says. It may be a sign of biological clocks not aligning with social needs.
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Heart risk factors vary greatly among Asian immigrants
Nov 13, 2020
Asian people who immigrate to the U.S. have widely different risk factors for heart disease depending on where in Asia they come from, new research suggests.
Belly fat may signal early heart issues for Mexican Americans
Oct 15, 2020
Excess fat deep in the belly leads to thickening of the arteries for Mexican Americans – but only those born in the United States.
How much do you know about thrombosis? Probably not enough
Oct 13, 2020
Maintaining healthy habits, especially keeping a healthy weight, can help prevent dangerous blood clots – even if you're genetically at risk.
Cluster of risky conditions that can lead to heart disease is rising in Hispanic adults
Sep 22, 2020
Metabolic syndrome, a group of risk factors that can signal future diabetes or cardiovascular disease, is rising in Hispanic adults, as well as among younger adults.
After years of decline, death rate from lung clots on the rise
Aug 17, 2020
The death rate for pulmonary embolism is increasing, hitting younger adults and African Americans the hardest, new research finds.
COVID-19 pandemic brings new concerns about excessive drinking
Jul 1, 2020
With data suggesting people are drinking more alcohol since the pandemic began, experts worry about the health risks.
Brother's death from heart failure inspires his own fight for health
Jun 15, 2020
An Iowa principal shed more than 100 pounds – and rallied his students – after watching his brother fight heart failure.
Calorie data on menus could generate significant health, economic benefits
Jun 4, 2020
The federal menu labeling law may help diners make better choices and reduce cases of cardiovascular diseases and diabetes, a new study finds.
Lessons on enduring the pandemic from an Oklahoma City bombing survivor
Apr 17, 2020
No matter what challenges the coronavirus pandemic poses, Amy Downs knows all about bouncing back from unthinkable devastation. She didn't merely survive the Oklahoma City bombing. Given a second chance at life, she transformed everything about herself since the horrific morning of April 19, 1995.