Give mom the gift of health on Mother's Day
May 10, 2019
Celebrate mom by showing her you care about her health. Plan outdoor activities, a healthy meal and stay on the path for a healthy lifestyle.
Food & Nutrition
Helping Southeast Asians get healthier and feel at home in America
May 6, 2019
Since arriving in Massachusetts from Vietnam in 1975, Anh Vu Sawyer has helped thousands of Southeast Asian refugees, immigrants and long-term residents understand the risks for heart disease and stroke.
U.S. food system needs fresh ideas on healthy eating, experts say
Apr 29, 2019
A science advisory from the ·¬ÇÑÊÓƵ wants nutritious choices to be the default – and offers approaches that could help.
Steps to prepare your body – and pocketbook – for retirement
Apr 26, 2019
Here's how to prevent costly medical conditions in retirement.
After a family's health scare: 'We had to do this together'
Apr 19, 2019
A heart attack prompted the Lavaki family to get healthy together.
Here's how middle-aged people – especially women – can help avoid a heart attack
Apr 17, 2019
Ever heard of cardiorespiratory fitness? It may help predict the odds of having a heart attack, especially for women.
Study: Massive health gains from new food labels with sugar details
Apr 15, 2019
Listing added sugars on packaged foods could fight cardiovascular disease and diabetes, plus save billions in health costs.
Medical school project pushes healthy habits 'beyond hospital walls'
Apr 11, 2019
Medical student Terry Gao shows how understanding communities can make a difference.
Too many pets are packing on too many pounds
Apr 10, 2019
Too many pets are overweight, which may cause diseases and shorter lives. But helping our animal friends tackle their problems may be good for us as well.
What kind of diet helps heart health?
Mar 25, 2019
New recommendations to help prevent heart disease and stroke emphasize more fruits, veggies, nuts, legumes and whole grains – and less refined carbs and sweetened beverages.