Born with half a heart, this first grader wants to be a pediatric surgeon
Mar 6, 2024
McKenna Lewis had three open-heart surgeries starting five days after birth. Now, the 7-year-old talks about being a doctor to help kids with special hearts.
Stories about people, science and health, from American Heart Association News
Mar 6, 2024
McKenna Lewis had three open-heart surgeries starting five days after birth. Now, the 7-year-old talks about being a doctor to help kids with special hearts.
Mar 5, 2024
Experts offer ways to stay safe and energized in a month when Islam emphasizes both body and soul.
Mar 4, 2024
Heart disease was once considered a man's disease. Dr. Nanette Wenger changed that. But the 93-year-old cardiologist says her work is not yet done.
Mar 1, 2024
Many people think being diagnosed with atrial fibrillation means giving up the caffeine in their beloved cup of coffee. Experts say that may not be necessary.
Feb 29, 2024
Willie Hatchett had a cardiac arrest while running the Peachtree Road Race. A police officer rushed to his side to give him CPR.
Feb 29, 2024
You don't have to eliminate screens from your life, but experts would like you to be aware of how they're affecting you.
Feb 28, 2024
Dr. Edward Cooper's legacy includes upping the emphasis on stroke and inclusion with the American Heart Association – plus a family filled with doctors.
Feb 28, 2024
Using marijuana – whether by smoking, eating or vaping it – may increase the risk for heart attacks and strokes, new research finds.
Feb 28, 2024
Artificial intelligence and machine learning-based tools have the potential to change cardiovascular care, but an expert panel says a lot of research needs to be done first.
Feb 27, 2024
Elevated blood pressure and her daughter's remark about her garbled speech led Shelley Marshall to the hospital.
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Guidelines Resource Center
The American Heart Association regularly releases guidelines and scientific statements for preventing and treating heart disease and stroke.
What do these guidelines mean for you? Should you change your medications? Should you see a doctor for treatment? How do you know if you’re healthy? You’ll find answers here in the Guidelines Resource Center.