Results for "Heart Health"

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Women and High Blood Pressure: What You Need to Know 
High blood pressure, also called hypertension, is a serious health condition that affects millions of women. Many women don’t know they have it because...
July 11
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Tips for Managing Medications for Heart Disease
If you have heart disease, managing it might feel overwhelming, especially if you need to take a lot of medications throughout the day or if side effects...
June 10
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Why Did My Child Faint? 5 Things to Know About Vasovagal Syncope
One minute, your child is standing tall, singing in the choir. Next, they’re crumpling to the floor. Watching your child faint can be terrifying as a parent....
June 08
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Is Your Child’s Heart Safe to Play? Cardiac Screenings for Youth Sports
If you’re a parent of a young athlete, your calendar is probably packed with practice schedules, games and trips to the store for more snacks and sports...
May 21
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How Poor Circulation Can Impact Your Health—and What to Do About It
Are your hands cold all the time? Do your toes get numb or tingly? Does it seem like it takes a long time for cuts to heal? You could be dealing with poor...
May 20
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The Role of Hormones in Women’s Heart Health 
As a woman, you’re probably aware of the role your hormones play in your period, pregnancy, menopause and your overall health. But you may not realize...
May 08
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Is Beef Tallow Healthy? The Truth About This Natural Fat
You might have heard your grandparents talk about cooking with beef fat. They were likely referring to beef tallow, a fat once commonly used in stews,...
May 06
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Why Your Family’s Medical History Matters for Your Health
Families pass down more than just eye color and hair type. They also pass down genes that can affect your health. While you can’t change the DNA you inherit,...
April 25
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Standing or Sitting All Day? How to Protect Your Veins at Work
Do your legs ever feel heavy, achy or swollen after a long day at work? Whether you spend hours on your feet or sit most of the day, your veins work hard...
April 22
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What Is Silent Heart Disease? Understanding Hidden Risks
Silent heart disease is a dangerous condition that can happen when you develop coronary artery disease (CAD) without noticing any symptoms. Because you...
April 09