All age groups are being affected by COVID-19, but in general younger people are more likely to be asymptomatic or only come down with a mild case when being exposed to the virus. People over 60 are more susceptible to [...]
Stress can affect us in many ways, and its ramifications are felt in just about every system in the body. One of the most notable ways our body is affected by stress is in the heart, especially when it comes [...]
Adult obesity rates in the U.S. are on the rise. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention states that almost 40 percent of the adult population is obese — that’s about 93 million U.S. citizens. And, a new study published [...]
Thanksgiving is just around the corner. Is your ideal Thanksgiving plate piled with turkey, mashed potatoes, a mound of stuffing, and creamy casseroles? Unfortunately, with a menu like that, this holiday is known for meals that are filled with fat, [...]
If you are living with depression, or are currently prescribed antidepressant medication, you need to know about the recent studies that link depression and atrial fibrillation (AFib). […]
Atrial fibrillation, otherwise known as AFib, is a health condition that can be related to more serious issues. If you have AFib, you are among 2.7 million Americans diagnosed with the conditions, according to the American Heart Association. Generally, an [...]
Atrial fibrillation treatments vary depending upon the particular patient and their symptoms, and if you’ve been recently diagnosed with AFib, you may be confused about what your diagnosis actually means. This guide will help brief you on possible treatment scenarios [...]
Atrial fibrillation (AFib) has been linked to obesity for many years now, but a new study shows that weight loss could reverse the effects of the heart arrhythmia disorder. The study, conducted at the University of Adelaide in Australia, showed [...]
There is a strong medical link between atrial fibrillation and occurrences of stroke, and while everyone should understand his or her individual stroke risk factors, AFib patients must take extra precautions. […]
Cooler weather and romance are typically the first things you think about in February, but the American Heart Association wants to remind you to think about a different kind of heart this month. February is American Heart Month, and it [...]
