Research suggests that while heart attack rates have declined in older adults, they’ve increased in those under age 40, especially among women. And a new study is revealing some potential hidden causes of that concerning trend.

For the first time since 2017, there are new guidelines for blood pressure to help prevent future health conditions like heart disease and dementia.

People with AFib have a five-times increased risk of stroke compared to people without it, and the strokes can be more severe than strokes from other causes.

June is CPR and AED Awareness Month. If you don’t know how to do CPR, now is a good time to learn. You never know when an emergency could happen.

At least 26 million people worldwide have congestive heart failure, and heart failure itself is the leading cause of death globally. Congestive heart failure doesn’t happen suddenly, and if you don’t know the symptoms you may not know you have it. Congestive heart failure can completely change someone’s life.

A woman who survived a heart attack wants to share her story, particularly with women, because it's harder for them to recognize the signs.

Cleveland Clinic’s Love Your Heart survey found 74% of Americans believe stress can negatively impact heart health, but many also seem to be unaware of other factors that can play a role.

All the ups and downs that come along with cheering on your favorite team can really take a toll on the heart.

Recently a doctor from the Cleveland Clinic chaired an international committee on the diagnosis and treatment of this disease and to raise awareness of its existence.

A study found that a majority of people with heart disease are consuming twice the recommended daily amount of sodium.

After a 15-year-old Palatka High football player died in his sleep earlier this week after complaining of chest pains the day before, News4JAX wants to highlight the importance of student-athletes and their parents knowing the warning signs of cardiac arrest.

More than 800 thousand people have a heart attack every year. For 200 thousand of these people, it will be their second heart attack. Poor diet, obesity, and lack of physical activity are leading contributors to a heart attack, but your emotions can also take a toll on your heart.

Feeling incredibly sore after exercising isn’t necessarily a good sign, according to an article in Men’s Health.

National Senior Health and Fitness Day is upon us, a day meant to highlight and promote physical activity for those in their golden years.

Whether it’s getting dressed, driving or writing, having good hand-eye coordination can improve quality of life.

A recent study found that women who drank at least eight alcoholic beverages per week were 33% to 51% more likely to develop heart disease.

Exercising and eating right are key factors in staying healthy. But the American Heart Association says it doesn’t stop there. It says following certain lifestyle habits can not only improve your overall health, but also slow your body’s aging by years.

In honor of Friday being “National Clean Out Your Medicine Cabinet Day,” here are some tips if you need to clean out that medicine cabinet and dispose of any old medicine that’s way past its expiration date.

It might be hard to believe since it’s usually sunnier, warmer and the peak of family bonding with school out.

There are ways allergies can be less of a burden if you suffer from them.

Chef Kalin from Feedtheville joined us on The Morning Show as part of our Fresh Finds series to share a heart-healthy recipe for chilled vermicelli salad.

The old-fashioned way of putting your arm into a blood pressure cuff at the doctor’s office might not be the most accurate reading. Now, there’s a new way doctors are getting a better idea of what your blood pressure really is.

February is American Heart Health Month. And efforts are being made to stop one of the nation’s biggest killers in its tracks.

Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the US. More than a quarter of Americans over the age of 40 are taking a statin to lower their cholesterol and to lower their risk of heart attack and stroke. In fact, statins are one of the most prescribed drugs in the country. But what happens if you are statin-intolerant? It turns out, there’s other help for your heart.

As fans of Popeye pay tribute today, the tale of his obsession with spinach is a life reminder that sometimes glaring mistakes can lead to incredible success stories.

Here is a guide for reasons why it’s important to eat after working out and what foods/beverages are best to consume.

Millions of people have resolved to lose weight in the New Year, and for some that may include trying a weight loss drug.

Don't give up on your fitness goals for 2024!

Pregnant women may be up to three times more likely to suffer a stroke than non-pregnant women of the same age.

We all know the holidays can be stressful, but you might not know that more people die from heart attacks in the final week of the year than at any other time.

A sleep expert explains the 4 triggers that cause snoring and what to do to stop. He also shows us three devices that can help if nothing else seems to be working.

Research shows the benefits of positive thinking. But what are the best ways and practices to incorporate more positivity into your life?

New research says insomnia and stress may play a part in women developing an irregular heart rhythm post-menopause. This is according to the American Heart Association.

“I was diagnosed with hypertension. I was pre-diabetic. I had high cholesterol,” Harley says.

For the first time, after decades of testing and tweaking, researchers have developed – and the FDA has approved – a RSV vaccine for this sometimes-deadly virus. Is it safe, and who should get it?

Here is some advice if you want your child to get into a workout regimen of lifting weights, according to Children’s Health.

Food and medicine interactions can take place with prescription and over-the-counter medications.

Should you be thinking about how much diet soda you’re drinking?

In honor of Thursday being World Milk Day, here’s a breakdown of the most popular types of milk and what they really can do for the body.

Happy National Smile Day!

As the government prepares to declare the end of the public health emergency on May 11th, concerns are growing about people who got COVID-19 but never got rid of the symptoms – it’s called long-COVID, which means symptoms last for more than a month.

The FDA has relaxed restrictions on gay and bi-sexual men from donating blood

Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death in women.

May is Women's Health Care Month and National Stroke Awareness Month

Fifteen million people have some type of surgery every year in the US. For those

Results from a Cleveland Clinic trial show just how effective a new medication is for individuals who have a statin intolerance.

According to the American Heart Association, immediate CPR can double or triple a person's chances of survival after cardiac arrest.

I soon began to wonder what was the deal with this sport -- and why were people becoming so obsessed with it?

While it’s not as comfortable and it might be easier to lose motivation this time of year, colder winter days shouldn't prevent you from running outside.

Diets high in some sugars may raise your risk of developing cardiovascular disease.

Organizers said the goal was to train at least 500 people at the Florida Black Expo in hands-only CPR as three Jacksonville hospitals teamed up with the American Heart Association to help those in the African American community save lives.

The small or the large tub? Butter or no butter? Those are often decisions moviegoers make when at the theater and are in the mood for some popcorn to go along with their show.

Bitter orange for heartburn or nausea, ephedra for colds, and fish oil for heart health. But instead of boosting your health, could they hurt your heart?

Researchers are now conducting a clinical trial of a plant-based product that has been tested on cigarette smokers to see if it helps people hooked on vaping.

The first fallacy: Lifting heavy weights will cause women to bulk up.

What mistakes are commonly made by those getting back into working out? And what are best ways to ensure that a New Year's resolution isn’t given up on by March -- or even earlier?

A cheat day is essentially a day in which someone abandons their diet or disciplined eating, and eats items that aren’t very healthy.

When it comes to cardiac arrest, there are often no warning signs. It just happens suddenly.

Ivanhoe reports on what you can do instead of dieting to maintain a healthy weight.

Researchers at Baylor test each patient’s virus against a library of phage in their lab.

The first-ever wearable patch may be able to predict cardiovascular problems earlier than ever before.

The first-ever wearable patch may be able to predict cardiovascular problems earlier than ever before.

Stress is a primary contributor to a weakened immune system.

With so many vitamins and supplements available these days, you may be wondering which ones you actually need.

So, what can they do to help keep their little ones safe while at school?

October is National Breast Cancer Awareness month – a perfect time to educate yourself about the disease that impacts one in every eight women in the US. But there are a lot of fallacies when it comes to this common cancer.

Some ideas include spritzing it on toast for breakfast or drizzling it over salad. However you consume it, extra virgin olive oil may do your body good.

When it comes to debilitating diseases, the numbers for women are far higher than it is for men.

New research shows weight loss surgery may not only help people lose weight — but decrease their risk of diabetes, stroke and cancer.

Every 34 seconds, someone dies from heart disease in the US, that’s about 700,000 deaths a year.

It’s not rock bottom, but not exactly healthy either. How do you know if your drinking falls into the gray?

Edgewell didn’t say how many cans it is recalling.

Board Certified Music Therapists (MT-BC) are trained in the impact on music, child development and counseling techniques.

More people in a gym means more noise, which can lead to some risk of hearing loss while working out.

Sleep is not a luxury. It’s critical for good health, especially heart health.

Many people might consider switching to plant-based meats because they think it’s healthier, so Consumer Reports wanted to know if that is true.

One organization in Detroit is doing its best to make sure there is access for all types of cyclists.

Dr. Oza says this new way of treating AFib patients is a breath of fresh air when other methods like ablations do not work on patients like Preis.

Vitamin D deficiency is extraordinarily common, and most people don’t even realize they’re suffering from it.

February is American Heart Month, a time when all people can and should focus on their cardiovascular health.

It probably won’t come as new information to many, that if you’re looking to achieve a healthier lifestyle, a lot of it comes down to what you eat.

It’s known that breastfeeding can be extremely beneficial to a baby, but as it turns out, it’s extremely beneficial to the mom, as well, and in many ways.

Newly-approved eyedrops could help you put your reading glasses in a drawer for good.

The Olympics can be so much fun to watch, whether you’re tuning in solo, with your significant other or as a whole family.

You hear it often: There’s a need for blood donors -- but there’s apparently a particular need for the Black community to step up and donate.

Exercise can be great once you get into a healthy routine -- especially when you’re doing some workouts you enjoy.

February is not only about flowers and chocolate, but it is also American Heart Month. Ivanhoe has the heart health myths you should know to protect your heart this Valentine's.

Either exercising more or achieving greater fitness goals are usually popular New Year’s resolutions for people, but have you thought about an even bolder resolution that will ensure you either get or remain in great shape?

When it comes to the human body, it goes without saying that our hearts are incredibly important.

Of all the questions that can be asked to measure one’s physical strength, this one might be the most common: “How much can you bench?”

For the 80 million Americans with high blood pressure, the hectic holiday crunch is a time for a little extra caution.

‘Tis the season for desserts, cocktails and everything that’s delicious.

Can chocolate actually -- gasp -- be good for you?

Newly published research suggests those who accumulate fat in their abdomen during menopause are at a greater risk of heart disease.

No matter race or gender, heart disease is the leading cause of death for Americans. In fact, one person dies every 36 seconds from cardiovascular disease and many of them don’t even know they have it.

If you haven’t quite gotten back into the healthy swing of things, here are some tips on how to get your heart’s health back in shape.

So, have you ever consumed roughly 10 days worth of calories in 10 minutes?

Radiation is commonly used to shrink tumors, but in a procedure only done in a few centers around the world, doctors are finding out it can also be used to treat an irregular heartbeat.

Have you heard of gravity blankets? They can weigh up to 25 pounds, they've become wildly popular in the last couple of years, and the benefits seem to be aplenty.

There’s nothing like taking a walk, but there is one question many might have while doing so.