March 21, 2021

Even for Preschoolers, Healthier Hearts May Mean Healthier Brains

The link between heart-lung fitness and brain health may begin at an early age, new research shows.

March 18, 2021

Driven by Anti-Vaxxers, Measles Outbreaks Cost Everyone Money

A single measles outbreak cost one U.S. county $3.4 million, a new government study estimates, underscoring the societal burden of inadequate vaccination rates.

March 5, 2021

Perils of the Pandemic: Scooters, Cleansers and Button Batteries

Fireworks, skateboards and button batteries are among the products associated with increased trips to the emergency room during the early months of the coronavirus pandemic, according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

March 18, 2021

AHA News: What Parents Should Know About Rare But Scary COVID-19-Related Illness

It began with COVID-19 and became a nightmare.

February 17, 2021

Pandemic Has Affected Kids' Dental Health: Poll

Could the COVID-19 pandemic be taking a toll on kids' teeth?

February 11, 2021

AHA News: Resilience and Quality of Life Go Hand in Hand for Heart Defect Survivors

Melissa Jeng had her first surgery when she was 3 days old – and the first of four open-heart surgeries at 8. Since then, she's also had over a dozen heart procedures.