Highly Rated Diets to Support Heart Health
One man's story gives hope to those with treatment-resistant depression
(BPT) - When the COVID-19 pandemic hit in 2020, Ben, who had already been diagnosed with clinical depression in 2018, felt his depressive symptoms increase the more isolated he became. As an …
1 in 3 People Don't Know They Have Afib, A Serious Heart Issue That Can Cause Problems If Undetected
(BPT) - Atrial fibrillation (Afib) is a common cardiac arrhythmia, or heart rhythm disorder,[1] with an irregular and often very rapid heart rhythm. Afib is incredibly common, especially in older …
Nonprofit Celebrates Childhood Cancer Awareness Month with $25 Million in Research Grants in its 25th Year
From parchment to pixels: A brief history of medical records
How the demographics of organ donors differ by state
Northwell Health partnered with Stacker to examine how the demographics of organ donors differ by state using data from the Organ Procurement & Donation Network.
Making the Connection Between AFib and Stroke
(Family Features) For many people, the heart naturally contracts and relaxes to a regular beat. However, those living with atrial fibrillation (AFib) experience a quivering or irregular heartbeat that can lead to further health issues.
HPV vaccination is cancer prevention for your kids
(Sara Oliver, MD, MSPH, LCDR, U.S. Public Health Service) - As a board-certified infectious disease pediatrician, I talk to parents all the time about the importance of HPV vaccination. More …
The Power of Self-Advocacy in Pompe Disease
(BPT) - When Amy was trying to get back in shape after giving birth to her second child, she noticed lower back pain and core weakness she was struggling to re-strengthen. After numerous attempts at …
