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Smoking Puts Blacks at Higher Risk for Heart Failure April 16, 2018

Women May Dismiss Subtle Warning Signs of Heart Disease March 20, 2018

Heart Defects May Raise Odds for Dementia February 12, 2018

Early Periods, Higher Heart Risks? January 16, 2018

Marriage May Make Heart Disease a Little Less Dangerous December 20, 2017

Too Few Women, Docs Understand Dangers of Heart Disease June 22, 2017

It kills more than all cancers combined, but study says many overlook the risk

Exercise Benefits Aging Hearts, Even Those of the Obese April 24, 2017

Physical activity helps ward off heart damage in middle age and beyond, study finds

5 Ways Women Can Cut Their Heart Attack Risk February 15, 2017

Heart disease is leading cause of death in U.S., but many don't know they have it

Heart Disease Could Cost U.S. $1 Trillion Per Year By 2035: Report February 14, 2017

American Heart Association estimates that nearly half of Americans will have heart disease in less than 20 years

What to Do If You Think You're Having a Heart Attack February 03, 2017

Don't ignore chest pain and seek medical attention immediately, heart specialists say

U.S. Heart Failure Rates on the Rise January 26, 2017

And heart disease remains the nation's leading killer

High Pain Tolerance Tied to 'Silent' Heart Attack Risk December 21, 2016

Unusual symptoms include upper back or jaw pain, shortness of breath and nausea, cardiologist says

For Better Heart Care, Get a Pharmacist on Your Team June 16, 2016

Canadian study highlights a potential opportunity to improve public health

Women May Not Be Aware of Heart Disease Risks March 23, 2016

Only 16 percent have been told by their doctor they have at least one sign of trouble

Black Heart Attack Victims More Likely to Have Ambulance Diverted March 21, 2016

Study finds nearly half were sent to another hospital because of overcrowding in nearest ER

Depressed Black Americans May Be at Risk for Heart Woes November 17, 2015

Study links depression to stroke and heart disease over 10-year period

Too Few Heart Attack Patients Get Cardiac Rehab, Study Finds August 05, 2015

Home-based programs could provide alternative for those unable or unwilling to travel, researchers suggest

Half of U.S. Hispanics With High Cholesterol Unaware They Have It: Study June 24, 2015

And two-thirds who are aware don't get treatment for condition that raises risk of heart disease

Poorer Blacks May Face Higher Odds of Heart Disease May 27, 2015

For black women, study finds risk is doubled among those with lowest income