Articles for Tag: "stroke"

A 48-year-old’s miraculous recovery from a stroke  Featured
A 48-year-old’s miraculous recovery from a stroke
Joe DeVita is one of a growing number of Americans experiencing this serious health condition at a younger age.
Cigarette smoking hits record low in U.S. 
Cigarette smoking hits record low in U.S.
More Americans are calling it quits, but millions are still putting their health at risk.
Long work hours can increase stroke and heart attack risk 
Long work hours can increase stroke and heart attack risk
A study reveals why workaholics may want to consider cutting back their office time.
FDA approves first new class of cholesterol drug in 20 years 
FDA approves first new class of cholesterol drug in 20 years
The medication lowered LDL levels reducing an individual’s risk for heart disease during clinical trials.
FDA issues new warning labels on pain medications 
FDA issues new warning labels on pain medications
The government is strengthening statements on the risks of heart attacks and stroke.
Americans are slackers when it comes to fruits and veggies 
Americans are slackers when it comes to fruits and veggies
A new CDC report finds that most people are missing out on key nutrients.
Affordable Care Act increasing life expectancy for heart patients 
Affordable Care Act increasing life expectancy for heart patients
With more Americans having access to preventative care, thousands of lives could be saved.