About 70% of the sodium in the American diet comes from processed, packaged, and restaurant foods. Checking labels and making smart swaps when shopping and dining out can help people consume less sodium and, perhaps, prevent cardiovascular disease and related deaths.
The latest diabetes guidelines now recommend continuous glucose monitors for many people with type 2 diabetes. The real-time data from these devices may help reduce heart-related risks in people with diabetes by helping to reduce blood sugar, cholesterol, blood pressure and body weight.
Recent advances in caring for people with strokes include expanded access to medications and clot removal procedures. In certain cases, these therapies may be done up to 24 hours after stroke symptoms first appear.
Men may be less flexible than women, but stretching offers important benefits for everyone, especially as they age. Stretching may help keep muscles limber, improve balance and posture, prevent injuries, and even benefit sports performance.
A number of physiological changes driven by the body’s internal clock help explain why heart attacks are more common in the morning. These changes include factors involved in blood pressure, blood clot formation, and inflammation.
A 2026 scientific statement from the American Heart Association details nine key features of a heart-healthy diet that can help people protect their cardiovascular health.
Dealing with itchy, cracked skin between your toes? An over-the-counter antifungal and a few smart habits (hello, flip-flops) can usually clear athlete’s foot—but if it doesn’t budge in a few weeks, it’s time to call your doctor.
If you have lots of unusual moles, a family or personal history of skin cancer, certain genetic risks, or past blistering burns or tanning bed use, you’re in the 1 in 5 who should see a dermatologist every year for a full-body skin check.
A sunburn is more than just red, painful skin—it’s a sign that your skin cells have been damaged. The sooner you treat it, the better you can support healing and protect your skin long-term. From cool soaks and smart moisturizing to simple hydration tweaks, these quick tips can help calm the sting, speed recovery, and get your skin back on track.
If you avoid sunscreen because it clumps in your beard or mustache, switch to a lightweight gel and a handy sunscreen stick so you can protect your face—hair and all—without the white, sticky mess.