At the Massachusetts State House this week, State Senate President Karen Spilka shared her story of survival and encouraged others to take their health seriously. Spilka’s remarks came during an event organized by the American Heart Association and the Massachusetts Caucus of Women Legislators, in which legislators from all over the state gathered on the
Dozens of lawmakers gathered at the Massachusetts State House on Wednesday wearing red attire to raise awareness of heart disease in women, in solidarity with the American Heart Association’s Go Red for Women movement. The event was held in collaboration with the Massachusetts Caucus of Women Legislators. Senate President Karen Spilka shared her personal story
Combining brain stimulation with intense physical rehabilitation helped stroke survivors recover movement in their arms and hands and maintain these improvements for one year, according to a study presented at the American Stroke Association’s International Stroke Conference 2024. Teresa J. Kimberley, a professor of rehabilitation science and physical therapy at MGH Institute of Health Professions
At just 18 years old, Kylie Lough, of North Andover, had a stroke that left her unable to walk for days. Doctors say it happened because of an undiagnosed condition she has had since birth. Lough, an elite athlete at Boston University, is now using her story to advocate for heart and brain health as
Black women who develop high blood pressure before age 35 and are on medication for hypertension may have triple the odds of having a stroke, and those who develop high blood pressure before age 45 may have twice the risk of suffering a stroke, according to a preliminary study presented at the American Stroke Association’s
WCVB News Channel 5’s CityLine program took a deep dive into the intersection of racism and heart disease, shedding light on the alarming disparities faced by Black women in particular. Hosted by Karen Holmes Ward, the segment featured insights from experts in the medical field, offering crucial perspectives on the external factors contributing to the
In December, a Reading man survived a cardiac arrest after collapsing at an ice rink due to the swift action of the rink’s employees. That man, James Liston, pulled through because the rink had an automated external defibrillator, and the rink’s employees knew how to use it. Rink employees were also trained in CPR. Liston’s
Heart disease is the leading cause of death among women, responsible for one in every five deaths. Yet, there are ways women can lower their risk, including exercise. 22News reporter Kristina D’Amours spoke to Ashley Brodeur, a fitness expert from Active Lifestyle Fitness in Agawam, on National Wear Red Day about the role of exercise
On Wear Red Day, WCVB Channel 5 Boston took a deep dive into the critical issue of cardiovascular health for women, interviewing Dr. Ali Raja of Massachusetts General Hospital. During the interview, Dr. Raja emphasized the importance of managing controllable risk factors such as blood pressure and cholesterol levels. He also underscored the importance of
In an interview on National Wear Red Day with WCVB News Channel 5, Dr. Megan Wasfy, a cardiologist at Massachusetts General Hospital, shed light on a concerning statistic: nearly 45% of women aged 20 and older are living with some form of cardiovascular disease. This revelation underscores the urgent need to increase awareness of heart