Three years ago, San Bernardino County barber Timothy Stansell had his blood pressure measured after a nonprofit group brought heart health education, including free blood pressure checks, to ...

Animals form relationships for many reasons, but some go far beyond simple companionship. In a surprising number of species, a trusted partner can directly affect physical health. Researchers have ...

As the number of mortgage applications falls when rates climb, the share of loan denials climbs too, new research from the Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis shows. Higher interest rates push up a ...

MAASTRICHT, the Netherlands—Resting heart rates that are lower or higher than 60-69 bpm signal elevated risks of stroke among individuals with no prior history of stroke or atrial fibrillation (AF), ...

(Wednesday, 6 May, Maastricht, the Netherlands) A new study presented today at the European Stroke Organisation Conference (ESOC) 2026 suggests that both very low and very high resting heart rates are ...

The new Smart Cinema theater collects biometric data to track in-the-moment reactions to on-screen action. University of Bristol For decades, movie studios have relied on advance screenings to gauge ...

Whoever we are, whatever we’re doing, we have a measurable heart rate. It’s a pretty clear sign of being alive. But what should your heart rate be when exercising? When we exercise, our heart rate ...

American Heart Association researchers are forecasting an increase in heart disease rates for women by 2050. Almost 60% will have high blood pressure, and more than 60% will be obese. The rates of all ...

Runners, cyclists and gym-goers with wearable fitness trackers are no doubt familiar with the five "heart rate" zones. Ranging from low to very high intensity, these zones are calculated as ...

Jillian Kubala, MS, is a registered dietitian based in Westhampton, NY. Jillian uses a unique and personalized approach to help her clients achieve optimal wellness through nutrition and lifestyle ...

Julia Ries Wexler is a writer focusing on all things health and wellness. She has over 10 years of experience in health journalism, and though she has written about pretty much every health topic ...