U.S. life expectancy has hit the highest mark in American history NEW YORK -- U.S. life expectancy rose to 79 years in 2024 — ...

In 2023, Louisiana had the 5th-highest death rate for heart disease in the U.S. See the data for adult coronary heart disease in each Louisiana parish.

Heart failure is a chronic condition in which the heart cannot pump blood and oxygen effectively enough to support other organs.

The New World screwworm flies lay their eggs in wounds, noses, ears, eyes or mouths. Their eggs develop into parasitic larvae, or maggots, that feed on the surrounding flesh as they burrow deeper.

There is a link between contracting RSV as an adult and an increased risk of having problems with your heart health.

"Evening type" people had a 16% higher risk of heart attack and stroke.

A new report from the American Heart Association highlights where heart disease stands in the U.S.

People who naturally stay up late, self-described night owls, are more likely to have poor heart health than people with a ...

Doctors are examining ways to prevent heart disease, stroke, and cardiovascular risk factors through treating other related ...

Deaths from heart disease and stroke are declining, but still kill more Americans than any other cause, according to new data ...

The AAP is recommending immunization against 18 diseases.​ Earlier this month, the CDC reduced its recommendations for ...