#cardiovascular

Compared with Black Americans and Afro-Caribbeans, African immigrants have lower rates of high blood pressure, diabetes and obesity.

Well into adulthood, those who beat cancer diagnosed between ages 15 and 20 still have a higher risk of death than their peers.

New research is emerging about how the respiratory virus spreads and how people can protect themselves and others.

People with cancer, heart disease and diabetes are at increased risk for serious illness from COVID-19.

Women have a lower risk of heart disease than men, but this protective effect is diminished in those with fatty liver disease.

One year after such transplantations, the outcomes are similar to those who receive hearts not infected with hepatitis C.

Hispanics, folks with language barriers and people who are uninsured, have a low income or less education are less likely to know the signs.

Her health advocacy honors her late mother, who died of heart disease.

Those with bladder, larynx, prostate, womb, bowel and breast cancers have the highest rate of death related to cardiovascular disease.

Brushing your teeth several times a day can reduce your risk of atrial fibrillation and heart failure.

Black and Latino patients are less likely to be treated in cardiac care units upon admission.

Users can receive checkup reminders for cholesterol tests and mammograms, among other benefits.

Doctors diagnosed the rapper with heart disease at 19, but he’s OK now—thanks to his mom—and therapy.

Canine friends are associated with a lower risk of death for heart attack and stroke survivors, especially those who live alone.

A siesta once or twice each week is associated with a lower risk for heart attack, stroke and heart failure in healthy people.

If you have high blood pressure, the flu vaccine may prevent heart attack or stroke.