Clinically Speaking: Questions to Ask Your Healthcare Provider About Preterm Birth
1 baby in 10 is born too soon in the U.S. each year. Is your baby at risk?
Improve Your Heart Health After Menopause
Heart disease is the leading cause of death in women. Dr. Nieca Goldberg tells us how we can reduce our risk.
Did You Know There Are Early Warning Signs for Hypertension?
One of the most dangerous things about hypertension, also known as high blood pressure, is that it can damage a woman's body without even being noticed. Here's what you need to know.
How to Eat to Your Heart’s Content
Learn how to feed yourself and your family a menu that will make your cardiologist smile.
Insights Into Women and Stroke Risk
You might be surprised to learn that stroke is the number three killer of women.
How to Reduce Your Risk for Stroke
Being prepared and knowing what to do if someone has a stroke can be lifesaving, especially around family members who may be at higher risk of stroke.
Even Teens Need to Watch High Blood Pressure
High blood pressure can lead to organ damage—and the risk isn't limited to adults, new research suggests.
Be Aware of Your Blood Pressure
High blood pressure can have many serious affects on your body, so check your blood pressure this month and get control of this disease.
The Silent Killer: One Woman’s Story of High Blood Pressure
This woman didn’t know she had high blood pressure and was at risk for heart disease until she had a heart attack.
Know Your Blood Pressure Numbers
It's important to check your blood pressure regularly and know your blood pressure numbers and what they mean.
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