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People don’t usually think about their heart health until they have chest pain or related symptoms. Unfortunately, heart disease is often silent until it strikes with serious consequences. “The good…

If being healthier or getting in better shape is on your to-do list, walking is a good way to get there. Research shows that regular walking (at least 150 minutes per week) can help you think, sleep…

If you’ve joined a gym or started an exercise program for a quick fix, you might know that it’s not unusual to quit after two or three weeks, deciding it’s not worth the effort. You have a much better…

When you arrive at a hospital with a suspected heart attack, the clock starts ticking. The national standard of care to treat heart attack patients is within 90 minutes of arriving at a hospital. It’s…

Heart disease is the leading cause of death for men and women in America. About 805,000 people in the United States have a heart attack each year, according to the Centers for Disease Control and…

If you've been advised to cut back on salt, you might be wondering if you’ll ever taste food with flavor again. Never fear — it’s possible! A low-sodium diet can be delicious and satisfying; it’s just…

Over-the-counter (OTC) pain relievers are in practically everyone’s medicine cabinet. They’re a go-to for aches and pains and work well for most people. But did you know that these medications can…

We all understand the value of quality sleep — most of us have felt the effects of not getting enough. But what many people don’t realize is that poor sleep quality and sleep apnea can be a hidden…

Vascular disease, or disease of the veins and arteries that carry blood through the body, presents itself in a variety of ways. Caused by the buildup of plaque, vascular disease constricts arteries…

Cardiologists are like anyone else. They have healthy meals, and they have guilty pleasures. One difference, potentially, is that heart doctors understand what an imbalance of healthy vs unhealthy…

There is no one-size-fits-all approach to health and wellness. Everyone is unique, down to the genes we have in each cell. What works for one person may not work the same for another. Fortunately…

Pictured above: Elliott taking the racing catamaran out on Lake Michigan for an easy sailing day. Clark Elliott, 69, of Evanston, is a professor of Artificial Intelligence and Cognitive Science at…