The Boston Globe reported on two American Heart Association studies this week highlighting potential adverse health effects of daily marijuana use, including an increased risk of heart failure, stroke, or heart attack. The findings, though not definitive, have sparked interest among health professionals and academics in Rhode Island, reports the Globe, as the state approaches
The American Heart Association recognized Dr. Marc A. Pfeffer with the prestigious Eugene Braunwald Academic Mentorship Award during its Scientific Sessions 2023 in Philadelphia on Sunday. This annual award celebrates individuals with a sustained record of successful mentorship in academia. Dr. Pfeffer, a professor at Harvard Medical School and cardiologist at Brigham and Women’s Hospital,
The American Heart Association announced today that Eric Green, a local biotechnology executive, will chair the 2024 The Heart of Boston campaign, which culminates in a celebration at the Boston Heart and Stroke Ball in May of next year. Green is senior vice president and head of development programs at Alnylam Pharmaceuticals, a biotechnology company
Strokes can happen to anyone, at any age. In fact, globally about one in four adults over the age of 25 will have a stroke in their lifetime. Yet, most adults in the U.S. don’t know the F.A.S.T. warning signs of a stroke, and that stroke is largely preventable, treatable and beatable. Prevent stroke today
WCVB Channel 5 is airing a PSA promoting the Boston Heart Walk leading up to the event later this month. The spot features anchor Jessica Brown, who will emcee this year’s walk. Brown co-anchors NewsCenter 5 at Noon and NewsCenter 5 at 4PM. She also serves as NewsCenter 5’s medical reporter. This year’s Heart Walk
Where someone lives should not dictate how long they live. Five local leaders are joining the American Heart Association’s Leaders of Impact campaign to combat health inequities in central Massachusetts. Studies show a 10-year life expectancy gap between neighborhoods in Worcester that are just a few miles apart. This can be caused by social determinants
The simple act of monitoring your blood pressure is a crucial lifeline in the battle against silent killers. Experts are sounding the alarm on the often-overlooked significance of tracking this vital statistic. From preventing heart attacks to safeguarding against strokes, the key to a healthier, longer life may very well lie in the numbers on
New research shows adults at risk for heart disease who participated in produce prescription programs for an average of six months increased their consumption of fruits and vegetables and had reduced blood pressure, body mass index and blood sugar levels. This research was published in Circulation: Cardiovascular Quality and Outcomes, a peer-reviewed American Heart Association
Are you tossing and turning at night, struggling to get a good night’s sleep? You’re not alone. In today’s fast-paced world, sleep deprivation has become an all too common problem, affecting millions of people worldwide. But have you ever wondered just how widespread this issue truly is? Well, a recent article on Boston.com sheds light on
Massachusetts is set to improve stroke care for patients with a new triage framework for emergency medical services, reports State House News Service reporter Alison Kuznitz in today’s Berkshire Eagle. The state Department of Public Health has been mandated to develop a tiered system within 180 days, allowing patients to be transported to hospitals with