African Americans and Heart Disease
Heart disease is the leading cause of death for all Americans, but certain minority groups face a greater risk than… more
Atherosclerosis
Healthy arteries are flexible and elastic, but as we age, the walls in our arteries can harden. Arteriosclerosis is a… more
Depression and Heart Disease
Heart disease is the number one cause of death in the United States. And depression is one of the most… more
The Top 10 Excuses for Not Exercising (and Solutions!)
In spite of the well documented benefits of exercising, only 5% of adults in the U.S. exercise the prescribed 30… more
Is Standing at Work Beneficial?
Americans sit for up to seven hours a day, and even physically active people may spend most of their day… more
Aerobic Exercise Can Improve an Aging Heart
As we age, the muscles thicken in the left ventricle of our heart, and our heart stiffens and enlarges slightly.… more
The Health Benefits of Having a Dog
There are emotional and physical benefits to having a dog. A dog is a source of pure, unconditional love. A… more
Heart Disease in Women – A Heart Attack Survivor’s Story
Cardiovascular disease is the number one killer of women, causing 1 in 3 deaths each year. Emily Holcraft was misdiagnosed… more
Childhood Obesity
Children who are obese are above the normal weight for their age and height. Today, about one in three American… more