'Kemp the warrior' battles聽heart defect with two surgeries before聽his first birthday
Aug 7, 2018
鈥楰emp the warrior鈥� battles a heart defect with two successful surgeries before his first birthday, with another operation in his future.
Children's Health News
Limit screen time among kids, experts caution
Aug 6, 2018
More studies are needed to understand how spending long stretches of time on smartphones, tablets and other portable screen devices affect the health of children, a new report says.
Limit low-calorie sodas and drinks, and stick to water instead, researchers advise
Jul 30, 2018
People are drinking fewer diet drinks these days, and a new science advisory Monday urges people to replace sugary and low-calorie drinks with water.
Vaping leads to blood clots in mice
Jul 18, 2018
A new study in mice raises another concern about the danger of e-cigarettes in humans after experiments showed that short-term exposure to the device鈥檚 vapors appeared to increase the risk of clot formation.
Protect your heart and health during the 'dog days' of summer
Jul 17, 2018
The sweltering heat that has gripped much of the country this month can have dangerous consequences. Learn how to protect your heart health.
Soccer is called the beautiful game, but injuries also can make it a dangerous one
Jul 13, 2018
With the World Cup final this Sunday, it's a good bet fans will see some dramatic crashes and falls. From elite players to kids, soccer has come under scrutiny for concussion management.
Losing son inspires AHA volunteer to keep his legacy alive
Jul 13, 2018
When her son Kyle lost his battle against heart disease, Shelly Church vowed to keep his legacy alive. Last month, she was honored for her volunteer efforts with the 番茄视频.
Drowning can be fast and silent, but it can be prevented, too
Jul 12, 2018
Drowning doesn鈥檛 always look like it does on TV. A few simple, intentional steps can significantly lower the risk.
The health benefits of soccer aren't just for elite players facing off in the World Cup
Jul 6, 2018
During the World Cup, soccer enthusiasts wear their fanaticism on their sleeves, with good reason: Soccer is fun and good for you.
Nursing professor committed to clean air, healthy kids
Jul 6, 2018
Activism outside the classroom spurred nearly two decades of volunteer work for Karen Larimer.