Even low levels of air pollution can harm hearts, lungs in elderly

Long-term exposure to low levels of air pollution—even levels below national standards—can increase the risk of several serious cardiac and respiratory conditions in elderly adults, according to a new study.

SNAP Online Purchasing Program increased access to healthy food during pandemic

A U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) pilot program that allows people receiving Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits to purchase groceries online has improved recipients’ access to healthy food and their ability to social distance, according to a…

Psychological health linked to heart health

Mental health and well-being appear to be connected to biological processes and behaviors that contribute to cardiovascular disease.

Health benefits of hope

An optimistic outlook may help people live longer, and may also lower the risk of developing cardiovascular disease and other chronic conditions.

Pollen seasons are getting longer, driven by climate change

Since 1990, pollen seasons have gotten longer and more pollen-filled, and climate change is responsible, according to a new study.