Scientists unravel brain networks of cardiac arrest survivors
Jun 4, 2018
Immediate CPR can double or triple the likelihood that a person will survive cardiac arrest, but survivors often face struggles, particularly with their brains.
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Guidelines call for stronger, more coordinated cardiac arrest response
Jun 2, 2018
When someone collapses from cardiac arrest, everything that happens after that moment can impact a person’s chances of survival. New resuscitation guidelines lay out instructions for a quick.
CPR through history
Jun 2, 2018
Attempts to resuscitate patients have changed dramatically throughout history with each version developed in hope of saving lives. Today, cardiopulmonary resuscitation, also known by the acronym CPR, can double or triple a cardiac arrest victim’s chance of survival -- if it is given immediately.
Hollywood silent on request to give R rating to movies with smoking
May 31, 2018
The silent film era ended nearly a century ago, but Hollywood is still mute when it comes to demands to change its rating system to give an R rating to most movies that feature tobacco.
Puerto Rico experts worry about long-term health issues as next hurricane season begins
May 31, 2018
Hospitals and clinics in Puerto Rico are still dealing with the massive destruction Hurricane Maria left throughout the island last year.
Stroke survivor vows to 'live life again'
May 29, 2018
Gerardo Lucio has fully recovered from the severe stroke he had last November. But the experience, which still haunts him, inspired him to grow even closer to his children.
Low-dose aspirin could help pregnant women with high blood pressure avoid a dangerous condition
May 25, 2018
A daily dose of aspirin could help pregnant women in the first stage of high blood pressure avoid a condition that puts both mother and baby in danger, according to a new study.
Retired electrician saved by CPR jolts from an AED
May 25, 2018
David Paschal's heart needed 14 electric shocks to restart after he had a cardiac arrest in the lobby of his doctor's office. The shocks and CPR from his doctor saved his life.
High-flying healthy young doctor overcomes stroke that once grounded him
May 24, 2018
Orthopedic resident Dave Levy was on a flight with his pregnant wife Allison Pataki when he had a stroke. Pataki's memoir details the couple's resulting struggles and triumphs.
South Asians' high risk of cardiovascular disease has been hidden by a lack of data
May 24, 2018
South Asians living in the U.S. are more likely to die from heart disease than the general population. But this risk has been largely hidden by a lack of data, researchers say.
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