Articles by "Kristen Johnson"
Kristen Johnson, health enews contributor, is a public affairs and marketing manager with Advocate Health Care and Aurora Health Care. She previously worked as a speechwriter and staffer on Capitol Hill. She enjoys running marathons, good coffee and exploring Chicago’s many neighborhoods.
When Erika was first diagnosed with breast cancer, she had to leave her family behind to get treatment in Mexico. When her cancer came back, she turned to an Illinois hospital for help and support.
This is how Tiger’s recovery is like eating an elephant.
Broken hearts aren’t just a metaphor. Broken heart syndrome, otherwise known as stress-induced cardiomyopathy is on the rise, especially for women.
Levels of stress, anxiety, loneliness and worry are on the rise due to the pandemic, and it might impact your long-term heart health. Our expert explains why and what you can do about it.