Routine checkup led to open-heart surgery – at age 6
Jun 29, 2020
During a routine checkup, Alec Ahmad's pediatrician heard a troubling sound in the 6-year-old's heart. So began a journey that resulted in open-heart surgery.
Jun 29, 2020
During a routine checkup, Alec Ahmad's pediatrician heard a troubling sound in the 6-year-old's heart. So began a journey that resulted in open-heart surgery.
Jun 29, 2020
Analyzing the retina's blood vessels in early childhood could help doctors identify who needs help with prevention and treatment of high blood pressure later in life, according to a new Swiss study.
Jun 26, 2020
A housing ministry is working to make homes healthier and safer while addressing generational poverty.
Jun 25, 2020
COVID-19's devastating toll in historically disadvantaged neighborhoods and communities is highlighting long-standing health and social inequities.
Jun 24, 2020
With many air-conditioned venues closed or limiting visitors because of COVID-19, there are still plenty of ways to stay cool this summer and safely enjoy activities in high heat and humidity.
Jun 23, 2020
After many twists and turns, Heather Lister finally got a clear picture of her heart problem, as well as surgery to repair it.
Jun 23, 2020
Heart failure posed the greatest five-year risk of death for people newly diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes compared to other heart or kidney diseases, according to new research.
Jun 22, 2020
Women with HIV who experience long periods of stress develop greater amounts of plaque in their arteries, according to a new study.
Jun 22, 2020
Three types of taxes on sodas and other sugar-sweetened drinks could help prevent heart attacks, strokes and diabetes while also lowering health care costs, according to a model.
Jun 18, 2020
Disparities in stroke care impact quality of care and survival in the nation’s rural versus urban areas, according to new research.
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