Fatty liver disease may increase heart failure risk
Nov 16, 2022
An abnormal buildup of fat in the liver not related to alcohol may greatly increase the risk of heart failure, according to new research.
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Study of heart disease trends reflects diversity among Asian Americans
Nov 14, 2022
Cardiovascular disease rates may be rising faster in Asian subgroups than in white people – with the exception of people of Japanese and Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander descent.
Popular fertility treatments linked to higher heart risks in women during delivery
Nov 10, 2022
Compared to women who conceive naturally, women who conceive using assisted reproductive technology may have a greater risk for serious heart-related complications when the baby is born.
Teens' research highlights lasting heart health effects of redlining
Nov 9, 2022
An internship project for two Houston high school students opened their eyes to the lasting health consequences of structural racism. Now they're trying to do something about it.
More physical activity before a heart attack may reduce risk for a second one
Nov 8, 2022
Being physically active in middle age – before having a heart attack – may reduce the risk of having a second heart attack, according to new research.
Some flu vaccine reactions might be a good sign for people with heart disease
Nov 7, 2022
People with heart disease who experience mild to moderate reactions from their flu shot may be less likely to die or be hospitalized for heart and lung problems, new research finds.
AHA president: The connection between economic adversity and cardiovascular health
Nov 6, 2022
In her Presidential Address at the American Heart Association's Scientific Sessions conference, Dr. Michelle Albert focused her speech on the subject that's been one focus of her distinguished career.
As cardiac arrest deaths fall, Black and rural communities lag
Nov 4, 2022
Cardiac arrest deaths have dropped significantly in the U.S., but Black people saw less improvement than other groups, and rural communities are far behind metro areas, according to new research.
Upping your step count, even in small amounts, may increase life span
Nov 3, 2022
Adding just 500 to 1,000 steps to your daily routine could cut your risk of dying, including from heart-related causes, according to new research.
COVID-19 pandemic erased decade of progress in lowering heart disease death rate
Nov 3, 2022
Heart disease death rates fell for nearly a decade but jumped back up with the advent of COVID-19, a new study finds.