June 6, 2020
Study Shows Both Blood Pressure Numbers Key to Pinpointing Heart Attack and Stroke Risk in Young Adults
This story was written by the American Heart Association. High blood pressure of any kind in young adults increases the risk of heart attacks, strokes and other cardiovascular events, according to new findings that shed light on an issue experts say has been understudied. Blood pressure readings have two measurements. Systolic is the top number...
Protect Yourself and Your Patients From Pandemic PTSD With These Steps
This story was written by The American Heart Association. As many places start to look forward to life after the first wave of the coronavirus, another type of illness could be about to follow in its wake. “We’re going to have many more mental health issues as time goes on,” said Dr. Rima Styra, a...