Did you know immediate CPR during a cardiac arrest episode can double -- or even triple -- your chances of survival?

Losing an hour of sleep as daylight saving time kicks in can do more than leave you tired and cranky the next day _ it also could harm your health.

The Go Red for Women initiative was formed by the American Heart Association 20 years ago to raise awareness of heart disease and strokes as the number one killer of women with the goal to save as many lives as possible through that awareness and education.

February is Heart Month and to kick it off, we want to talk about working strengthening exercises into your routine.

The American Heart Association is hosting its Metro Detroit Heart Walk Rally Day ahead of its Heart Walk this summer to fundraise and encourage registration.

High blood pressure in children is not rare, and research has shown it can continue as the child grows into adulthood, leading to various health issues.

Did you know immediate CPR during a cardiac arrest episode can double -- or even triple -- your chances of survival?

Heart disease is the number one killer of both men and women and the American Heart Association is raising awareness during American Heart Month.

Long before Damar Hamlin’s cardiac arrest on the field the American Heart Association had already chosen “be the beat” as the theme for this heart month to focus on teaching more people hands-only CPR.

There are many reasons to get the shingles vaccination, and it’s important to know that shingles can increase the risk of other health issues.

This year's Heart Ball benefit will take place at the Big House.

For the 10th year, women from all over Metro Detroit have been running to spread awareness of heart health.

Did you know immediate CPR during a cardiac arrest episode can double -- or even triple -- your chances of survival?

Fabiola Gisselle Garnett of Ypsilanti was just 13 years old when her life nearly ended.

Did you know immediate CPR during a cardiac arrest episode can double -- or even triple -- your chances of survival?

Cardiac arrest is a leading cause of death in the United States. It occurs when the heart suddenly stops beating.

It’s a day Karen Grams of Ypsilanti doesn’t remember, and one her husband Bobby will never forget. The day her heart just stopped beating.

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The American Heart Association’s 2022 Washtenaw County Heart and Stroke Walk & 5K will kick off on Saturday morning.

During February, the American Heart Association is urging everyone to “reclaim your rhythm” by focusing attention on improving physical health and mental well-being.

Each week, there will be a different focus on the four key pillars of heart health. This week’s focus is well-being.

The American Heart Association has chosen “Reclaim Your Rhythm” as this year’s theme. A Metro Detroit woman embodies that theme in every way and she’s hoping it will strike a chord with other women too.

The American Heart Association announced the 2022 Go Red for Women Luncheon is returning for an in-person event on Feb. 25.

Heart disease remains the leading cause of death worldwide, but the number of deaths from Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia is rising.

During February, the American Heart Association is urging everyone to “Reclaim Your Rhythm” by focusing attention on improving your physical health and mental well-being.

There is new research involving a condition called Atrial Fibrillation (a-fib), and the new study is looking into the best ways to treat it.

A lot of people were wearing red on Friday for “National Wear Red Day,” an annual event to raise awareness that heart disease is the number one killer of Americans.

Friday is National Wear Red Day, an annual event to raise awareness that heart disease is the leading cause of death in women.

During February, the American Heart Association is urging everyone to “Reclaim Your Rhythm” by focusing attention on improving your physical health and mental well-being.

The American Heart Association is rallying Metro Detroiters to wear red Friday (Feb. 4) to raise awareness about the dangers of heart disease for women.

Here are key messages on heart health for women from the American Heart Association.

One recent study compared the benefits of three different types of diets for children who are obese, and uncovered positive results and a surprising challenge.

DETROIT – Last year, hundreds of women across Metro Detroit came out to celebrate the 16th annual Detroit Go Red for Women Luncheon at Little Caesars Arena. Like everything during the coronavirus pandemic, the 17th annual Detroit Go Red for Women Luncheon will be very different, but organizers said that’s a good thing. READ: Complete Heart Month coverageThe 2021 Detroit Go Red for Women Digital Experience will support the fight to end heart disease and stroke. The week-long event culminates in the titular Go Red for Women Luncheon Digital Experience at noon, Feb. 26. Go Red for Women Luncheon Digital Experience Noon to 1 p.m.

DETROIT – February is Heart Month and doctors are concerned about an uptick in heart disease in adults under the age of 55 -- especially women. READ: Complete Heart Month coverageYesenia Berbiar woke up a little over a year ago feeling off. She was having a stroke, which doctors discovered was caused by an undiagnosed heart condition that she was born with. Ad“I never in a million years would have imagined that it was going to happen to me,” Berbiar said.”This Heart Month, doctors are reminding everyone that heart trouble can strike at any age. A recent survey found 32% of Americans and 53% of heart disease patients have ignored at least one troubling symptom due to the coronavirus pandemic.

New data from the American Heart Association suggests drinking coffee straight black can reduce the risk of heart failure in the long term. Drinking one or more cups of plain (black), leaded coffee a day was associated with a long-term reduced risk of heart failure, according to a review of diet data from three major studies using analytic tools from the American Heart Association. “We identified multiple dietary and behavioral risk factors for cardiovascular disease outcomes including marital status, red meat consumption, whole milk consumption, and coffee consumption. Among these dietary variables, increasing coffee consumption was associated with decreasing long-term risk of heart failure (HF) congruently in FHS (Framingham Heart Study), ARIC (Atherosclerosis Risk in Communities), and CHS (Cardiovascular Heart Study). Further study is warranted to better define the role, possible causality, and potential mechanism of coffee consumption as a potential modifiable risk factor for HF.” American Heart AssociationMore: Healthy Heart news

TROY, Mich. – The Friday of February is National Wear Red Day -- an annual effort from the American Heart Association to raise awareness of heart risks. Heart disease is the number one killer of men and women. READ: #GoRedForWomen: National Wear Red Day raises awareness of heart healthTroy-resident Kristy Sidlar was young and athletic when her first symptom hit. So I will ultimately be on the heart transplant list.”READ: Complete Heart Month coverageSidlar wants women of all ages to understand that heart disease is their problem too. While many women with heart problems do experience chest pain or discomfort, there are also many who do not.

DETROIT – Cardiovascular disease is the leading killer of women in the United States, according to the American Heart Association. According to the association’s newly released 2021 Heart Disease and Stroke Statistics, heart disease kills one woman approximately every 80 seconds. The association is calling on women to spread awareness about cardiac health on Friday, which is National Wear Red Day. Women and men are encouraged to “wear red and give” as part of the Go Red For Women movement. READ: Complete Heart Month coverageWe’re now seeing cardiovascular disease affecting younger women, and women from Black and Hispanic communities are disproportionately impacted by heart disease and stroke.

It can be in the morning, afternoon, at night before bed, or heck, even at 3 a.m.

ANN ARBOR, Mich. – The American Heart Association and the KLA Foundation, the philanthropic arm of tech company KLA, have partnered together to create the $1.5 million KLA Social Equity Fund. The KLA Social Equity Fund will take a hyper-local focus and is specifically targeted around KLA headquarters locations, including it’s California and Metro Detroit locations, according to a news release. “KLA employees have a long-standing commitment to making a difference in our communities,” said John Van Camp, executive vice president, human resources at KLA. “We’re grateful for this opportunity to work with the American Heart Association and encourage more companies to step up, take action and create real, systemic change for good.”Applications for the fund are now open and will be accepted until Nov. 11. At 11 a.m. on Oct. 21, the American Heart Association will hold a virtual town hall event for nonprofits interested in applying for grants from the KLA Social Equity Fund.

"Dog ownership was associated with a 24% reduction in all cause mortality," said Kramer, an assistant professor in the division of endocrinology and metabolism at the University of Toronto. The meta-analysis found an even bigger benefit for people who had already had a heart attack or stroke. Heart attack survivors living alone who owned dogs had a 33% lower risk of death compared to people who did not own a dog. That's especially important after a major illness, such as a heart attack or stroke. And I think that maybe dog ownership is part of that."

New research published in the Journal of the American Heart Association says broken heart syndrome may be linked to cancer. Broken heart syndrome is a real thing, though it's also called stress-induced cardiomyopathy or Takotsubo cardiomyopathy. And now, new research published in the Journal of the American Heart Association says broken heart syndrome may be linked to cancer. The study, published on Wednesday, found that one in six people with broken heart syndrome also developed cancer -- and they were more likely to die within five years after their diagnosis, compared to those without broken heart syndrome. For people who have either cancer or broken heart syndrome, this isn't necessarily a cause for alarm.

According to the American Heart Association, a healthy diet can help alleviate three major risk factors for heart disease: high blood cholesterol, high blood pressure, and excess body weight. Fruits And VegetablesThe AHA advises that people eat at least five servings of fruits and vegetables each day. Breads, Cereal, Grains And PastaA healthy heart diet includes at least six servings of grain products, according to the AHA. Children should have two or more servings, and teens and older adults need four or more servings every day. Diet Can Help Lower High Blood PressureYour diet can also help keep your blood pressure low.