Americans are dying of heart failure today at a higher rate than they did in 1999, reversing years of progress in reducing the death rate.
Video Games May Trigger Rare Heart Attacks in Kids
When 16-year-old Jake Gallagher died of a heart attack while playing video games, the U.K. teen’s death made international headlines. Many reports called the 2013 case a rare isolated incident, noting the teen had an underlying heart condition that put him at risk.
But new research suggests such cases are more common than you might think.
Women’s Heart Health
This is a great video dramatizing a woman experiencing the symptoms of a heart attack. It may seem strangely familiar. The point is, do not ignore a constellation of intense new symptoms you are feeling. Get yourself evaluated as soon as possible, even if you think “it may be nothing.”
Cardiovascular Disease
1 in 3 deaths in the US are from cardiovascular disease. It is the largest killer of women. That’s 800,000 people every year. Equal to COVID deaths for 2 years. Cardiovascular Disease is the umbrella term for coronary heart disease, heart attacks, stroke, heart failure and peripheral artery disease. This video demonstrates how the symptoms of a heart attack can be missed.
Build Your Own Heart-Healthy Soup
Using a one-pot concept is so versatile. This can be made on Sunday making many meals for the week or to freeze. Heart-healthy recipes full of fresh vegetables, whole grains, legumes or other proteins. What could be better?
