Congenital Heart Defects

February 5, 2020

Coronavirus Infections

Coronavirus infection causes respiratory illness in people and can spread from person-to-person. The 2019 novel coronavirus type was first identified during an investigation into an outbreak in Wuhan, China. Learn how coronavirus infections are spread, how to reduce your risk, what the symptoms are, and how it’s diagnosed.

Go Red

The National Go Red for Women campaign begins on February 7 and aims to increase awareness of women’s heart health. Although the older a woman gets, the more likely she is to get heart disease, women of all ages should take steps to lower their risk. The most common cause of heart disease is coronary artery disease, and it happens slowly over time. Heart disease is the main cause of heart attacks.

African American Health

African Americans are living longer. The death rate for African Americans has declined in those aged 65 years and older. However, new analysis shows that African Americans in their 20s, 30s, and 40s are developing preventable, treatable diseases including diabetes, high blood pressure, and heart disease. Find information on health issues that affect African Americans.

Congenital Heart Defects

Congenital heart defects are problems with the heart’s structure. They are present at birth and are the most common type of birth defect. Learn more about the parts of the heart that can be affected and how the problems are diagnosed and treated.

O is for Oats

Oats come from the oat plant. The seed (oat), leaves and stem (oat straw), and bran (the outer layer of whole oats) are used to make medicine. Oats are most commonly used to lower cholesterol and reduce the risk of heart disease. How effective are they?