Deaths from heart disease and stroke have declined in recent years, but they remain the leading cause of death for Americans, according to a new report from the American Heart Association.
Like the rest of the country, Brooklyn’s population is aging, and their needs for housing, transportation, and health care need to adjust with it.
Disruptively cold feet can be “a sign of poor circulation, nerve disorders, or autoimmune conditions,” according to Dr. Shaw. On the other hand, overactive sweat glands, anxiety, diabetes, and thyroid
Doctors warn that extended sitting—whether on planes, in cars or at airports—creates dangerous conditions for a common but often overlooked health threat: deep vein thrombosis (DVT). The good news
Vascular surgeon Xzabia Caliste discusses her article, “The silent disease causing 400 amputations daily.” She shares the heartbreaking personal story of witnessing both her aunt and uncle lose their
After noticing an increase in irregular heartbeats, also called atrial fibrillation (AF), in December and January, researchers coined the term Holiday Heart Syndrome to describe an increase in AF
Here are some of the most common explanations for swollen ankles, plus when it’s time to get them checked out.
That racing heartbeat at parties isn't just excitement. Doctors explain how to steer clear of this scary seasonal condition.
The best blood pressure monitors should be accurate, simple to use and easy to read. But adults ages 50 and older who regularly use an at-home blood pressure monitor told us it’s difficult to find one
Many are at risk for vascular distress this holiday travel season. The Society for Vascular Surgery Ambassador and Professor of Surgery at SUNY Upstate Medical University in Syracuse, Dr. Palma Shaw
These habits might not seem detrimental in the short term, and oftentimes they are not, especially if they aren't routine, but they can pose long-term health risks if they aren't addressed properly
Some health symptoms are so subtle, you might brush them off as nothing. But they could actually be early warning signs of something serious like a blood clot.
Doctors are issuing warnings about regular habits shared by millions of Americans that, unbeknownst to them, are significantly raising their chances of having a stroke.
"While the spring shift—when we lose an hour of sleep—has been linked to a minimal increase in stroke risk in people..."
More than 400 amputations happen in the U.S. daily. Not from gun violence, shark attacks, or car crashes, but from a disease that is easily diagnosed, preventable, and treatable, if caught early.
