All news on the topic: American Heart Association

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Less than a can of fizzy pop a day 'increases irregular heartbeat risk'
A new study has found that drinking just one can of fizzy pop a day can increase the risk of developing atrial fibrillation (AFib) - a condition which causes the heart to beat irregularly
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Follow these eight steps to improve heart health and slow biological aging
Adults with high cardiovascular health were about six years younger biologically than their chronological age, according to research carried out by the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey
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Cutting teaspoon of popular seasoning 'works as well as blood pressure meds'
One teaspoon of salt measures 2,300 milligrams - the maximum daily limit for people over 14 recommended by U.S national guidelines - however the American Heart Association suggests a small cut-back could make a huge difference
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Breakthrough therapies that alter DNA spark hope for heart disease cure
Experimental drugs like zilebesiran and lepodisiran, unveiled at the American Heart Association conference, could provide a cure for heart disease by permanently addressing high cholesterol and blood pressure
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Eight key lifestyle changes 'that can slow biological ageing by six years'
Life’s Essential 8 promotes good heart health and is the key driver in the findings which were presented at the American Heart Association Scientific Sessions 2023 in Philadelphia
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Family sues popular chain after student drank 'dangerous energy drink' and died
Sarah Katz for years successfully managed her heart condition. But after drinking a Charged Lemonade drink, she tragically went into cardiac arrest and died. The drink’s producers are now being sued
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Heart attack warning as ‘sudden’ anxiety could signal medical emergency
The British Heart Foundation (BHF) has warned of the lesser-known symptoms of a heart attack that are often overlooked, including the feeling of a panic attack and excessive coughing
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Buffalo Bills pledge huge sum to cardiac charity after Damar Hamlin scare
Damar Hamlin's cardiac arrest was a major wake-up call in the sporting world, and the Buffalo Bills have committed seven-figures to a charity as they continue to raise awareness
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Drinking Coke and Pepsi 'may increase testosterone and make testicles bigger'
Researchers at the Northwest Minzu University in China set out to determine the impact of carbonated drinks like Coca-Cola and Pepsi on fertility during a 15-day study
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Girl, 14, who got 'butterflies' dancing with boy at prom learns she almost died
Ceirra Zeager had a racing heart when she danced with a boy for the first time at her winter formal, and said it continued to pound long after she had returned home
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Rita Ora draws attention as she shows off huge new tattoo across her ribcage
Rita Ora shows off new ribcage tattoo with her fans, after visiting a tattoo parlour in New York for her new addition, alongside a few touch ups of previous inkings
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YouTube stars iDubbbz and Alex Wassabi to headline Creator Clash 2 in April
Two of the biggest names in YouTube boxing return to the ring for their sophomore outings atop a star-studded card of stars from across the entertainment world