Hypertension
Understanding the risks of high blood pressure.
Grocery Diaries: A Novice Home Chef Who Makes Meals With High Blood Pressure in Mind
“Who knew I could cook?”
By Melissa Matthews
9 Things That Up Your Risk of High Blood Pressure
Hypertension can happen in young people, too.
By Korin Miller
3 Reasons You Really Need to Know Your Blood Pressure Numbers
The definition of high blood pressure has changed for the first time in over a decade.
By Sarah Jacoby
7 Ways to Lower Your Blood Pressure Without Medication
These tweaks to your daily routine can make a huge dent in your numbers.
By Lauren Del TurcoMedically reviewed by Kevin S. Shah, MD
15 Reasons to Finally Give Running a Try
It’s about way more than fast times and finish lines.
By Cindy Kuzma
Here’s How to Tell the Difference Between Heart Attack and Heart Failure
The symptoms aren’t always as similar as you might think.
By Colleen StinchcombeMedically reviewed by Kevin S. Shah, MD
Everything to Know About the Health Screening That Can Save Pregnant People’s Lives
Experts say it’s a step toward reducing the abysmal maternal mortality rate in the US.
By Maggie O'Neill
When Does Shortness of Breath Signal a Potential Heart Problem?
It isn’t a symptom you should ignore, especially if it comes on suddenly.
By Beth KrietschMedically reviewed by Katie Berlacher, MD
Here’s What You Should Know About the Link Between High Blood Pressure and Heart Failure
Plus, what you can do to keep your numbers in check.
By Rozalynn S. Frazier, C.P.T.Medically reviewed by Kevin S. Shah, MD
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Dr. Dre's Brain Aneurysm Was So Serious That His Family Was Told to Say Good-Bye
The rapper said he didn't know how dangerous it was at the time.
By Maggie O'Neill
Here’s Why It Might Feel Like Your Heart Is Racing Super Fast
Is it anxiety? Caffeine? Or something more serious?
By Zahra Thompson and Rachel Nall, MSN, CRNAMedically reviewed by Kevin S. Shah, MD
My Doctors Thought I Had Postpartum Symptoms. Then I Was Diagnosed With Heart Failure.
"I remember thinking, ‘No way. I’m only 26.’"
By Korin Miller
Here’s When Swollen Feet Could Be a Sign of Heart Trouble
Don’t ignore this symptom.
By Rachel Nall, MSN, CRNAMedically reviewed by Kevin S. Shah, MD
10 Symptoms of Heart Failure That Can Be Easy to Miss
Some people don’t notice early signs at all.
By Korin MillerMedically reviewed by Annabelle Santos Volgman, MD
The Early Stages of Heart Failure Can Be Surprisingly Easy to Miss
Pay close attention to these warning signs.
By Rachel Nall, MSN, CRNAMedically reviewed by Mathew Devine, DO
9 Health Conditions You Should Watch For If You Have Psoriasis
The disease can affect more than your skin.
By Sara Gaynes LevyMedically reviewed by Diane C. Madfes, MD
Long-COVID Symptoms Are Common—Even After Mild or Asymptomatic Cases, New Study Shows
The study included nearly 2 million patients.
By Carolyn L. Todd
6 Ways to Care for Your Diabetes During the Pandemic
It may be time to have some important tests.
By Jennifer Larson
There Are Joyful Black Birth Stories—And This New Podcast Is Highlighting Them
Black births are beautiful.
By Patia Braithwaite
‘I Was Not Listened to, I Was Not Seen.’ Why We Can't Ignore Heart Risks in Black Maternal Mortality.
There's an undeniable connection.
By Nikesha Elise Williams
Food
Grocery Diaries: Shop the List of a Grocery Store Owner Who Loves Fresh Food
“I look at the colors in my basket.”
By Melissa Matthews
Grocery Diaries: A Mom Who Balances Taste, Convenience, and Heart Health Concerns
“We're short on time.”
By Melissa Matthews
Coronavirus Might Make Black Maternal Mortality Even Worse
One public health crisis meets another.
By Nina Bahadur