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Bright Lights at Night Raise the Risk of Stroke

Being exposed to high levels of light at night can raise your risk of stroke by nearly 50%. There's a lot you can do to protect yourself. >

Women Take Depression to Heart

Depression raises the risk of cardiovascular problems, but depressed women are even more at risk for heart disease than men. Why? >

Don't Let Marijuana Break Your Heart

Marijuana poses the same cardiovascular risks -- including stroke -- as smoking cigarettes does, even if you've never smoked tobacco. >

Do You Know the Numbers that Predict Heart Health?

Blood pressure, blood sugar and cholesterol levels are clues to cardiovascular health and easy to check, but too few know what they are. >

A Tasty Way to Cut Salt Consumption

Using a salt substitute and avoiding processed foods reduced older adults' risk of hypertension and kept meals delicious. Give it a try. >

Your Heart Wants You to Eat a Little Earlier

Breakfast before 8; dinner before 9. "Chrono-nutrition" -- eating to suit your circadian rhythms is good for your heart and your brain. >

On the Road to High Blood Pressure

It's not just traffic that raises your blood pressure -- air pollution does it too. Filtering the air in your car can keep your BP down. >

Do It While You're Standing

Taking blood pressure while seated may not give the most accurate reading. It can't reflect a living situation where we often stand or walk. >

Neighborhoods that Bring Higher Heart Risk

Veterans and others living in 'redlined' neighborhoods are at far higher risk for heart attacks and strokes. Here's what could be done. >

Exercise Improves Recovery from Stroke

Strokes can produce weakness or paralysis in various parts of the body. Exercise helps stroke patients recover function faster and better. >

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