Survey: Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy patients face challenges; need educational resources
DALLAS, November 4, 2021 — Many people with hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM) experience unfavorable physical and psychological effects of their condition. Researchers at the American Heart Association found some patients with HCM have lengthy diagnosis journeys and, once diagnosed, face anxiety and necessary […]
More Lung Cancer Patients Are Surviving, Thriving
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Insomnia may be a risk factor for highly fatal brain aneurysm rupture
Research Highlights:
- Researchers identified insomnia as a potential risk factor for brain aneurysm, also called an intracranial aneurysm, and a type of stroke called an aneurysmal subarachnoid hemorrhage.
- Smoking and high blood pressure, which are identified stroke risk factors, were also associated with increased […]
Can You Live a Normal Life After Breast Cancer?
Side effects of breast cancer treatment
Your treatment is over, but you may still have some physical side effects, like hair loss from chemotherapy. You may also have body image issues after breast cancer surgery.
You may also experience long-term effects from your cancer treatment. Side effects vary from person […]
New look at nutrition research identifies 10 features of a heart-healthy eating pattern
Statement Highlights:
- In a new statement on diet and heart health, the American Heart Association presents 10 key features of a heart-healthy eating pattern that can help reduce heart disease and stroke risk at all stages of life.
- The new statement emphasizes an overall […]
Most U.S. adults unaware that over-the-counter pain relievers may increase blood pressure
New survey commissioned by the American Heart Association found high […]
Quit Smoking Before 45 & Wipe Out 87% of Lung Cancer Risk
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