Young nurse practicing cardiac arrest treatment goes into cardiac arrest
Her fellow nurses sprang into action and helped save the 23-year-old Vietnamese immigrant in New Hampshire.
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Wegovy weight-loss drug cut serious heart risk by 20%, study finds
A new study from drugmaker Novo Nordisk found that its weight-loss drug Wegovy can reduce the risk of heart problems in people without diabetes, which could change the way doctors treat certain heart patients.
Extreme heat projected to increase cardiovascular deaths
Cardiovascular deaths due to extreme heat are projected to increase between 2036 and 2065, according to a study supported by the National Institutes of Health.
Seattle to pay $1.86 million after delay to respond to 911 call
The city of Seattle will pay $1.86 million to the family of a man who died of a heart attack after a caution note attached to his address delayed medics' response.
Post-heart attack pain may predict long-term survival, study finds
People with moderate or extreme pain were more likely to die within the next 8 years compared with adults who did not have any post-heart attack pain, researchers found.
Doctors struggle with how to help patients with heart issues from COVID
COVID-19 has taken a toll on the nation's heart health, but how profound is only starting to emerge.
Study: Wegovy cuts heart attack, stroke risk
A new study shows the popular weight loss drug Wegovy can also reduce the risk of a heart attack or stroke by 20%. That's according to a not yet peer-reviewed clinical trial performed by drugmaker Novo Nordisk that studied more than 17,000 non-diabetic adults with heart disease who were obese or overweight. Cardiologist Dr. Ernst von Schwarz joins CBS News to discuss the significance of the findings.
Ref reunites with player who saved his life
John Sculli suffered an on-court "widow maker" heart attack while officiating a semi-pro basketball game last June. Player Myles Copeland rushed to Sculli's side, performed CPR, and saved his life. The two recently reunited in the gym where it all happened. Steve Hartman has their story in "On the Road."
Referee who survived heart attack reunites with player who saved him
John Sculli, a basketball referee, was officiating a semi-pro game when he collapsed.
Health risks of daylight saving time
Health experts warn springing forward one hour for daylight saving time can have a negative impact on your health. Dr. Beth Ann Malow, a neurology and pediatrics professor at the Vanderbilt University Medical Center, joins CBS News to discuss the concerns.
Promising drug could provide alternative to statins, new study finds
Bempedoic acid was approved by the FDA in 2020 as a way to reduce LDL cholesterol levels.
The Saturday Six: Bruce Willis' diagnosis, Internet Explorer's end and more
In case you missed it, a New Jersey restaurant banned kids under 10 and a Black Vietnam veteran finally got his Medal of Honor after a decades-long delay.
Disparities in heart disease risk and care
When Black patients see Black doctors, they are more likely to get preventative care, according to the National Institutes of Health. However, fewer than 3% of cardiologists are Black, according to a study in the Journal of the American Medical Association, leading to disparities in care. Adriana Diaz reports.
COVID-19 and heart attack deaths
A recent study from Cedars Sinai Hospital shows the number of heart attack deaths during the first two years of the COVID pandemic was 30% higher than predicted. Dr. Celine Gounder, editor-at-large for public health at Kaiser Health News and a CBS News medical contributor, joins us to discuss the findings.
Heart attack warning signs in women can be subtle
The arm pain that many men experience isn't as common in women, but neck or jaw pain, shortness of breath, nausea and fatigue are common.
Heart-related deaths rose sharply in 2020
New data released by the American Heart Association shows heart-related deaths rose significantly in the first year of the COVID-19 pandemic. CBS News medical contributor Dr. Celine Gounder joins Meg Oliver and Vladimir Duthiers to discuss some of the reasons behind the increase.
Heart-related deaths rose sharply in first year of COVID pandemic, report shows
Direct and indirect effects of the COVID-19 pandemic likely contributed to the larger increase in cardiovascular deaths in 2020.
Gabon's top diplomat suffers fatal heart attack during cabinet meeting
Michael Moussa Adamo, 62, spent a decade as the African nation's ambassador to the U.S. The president called him "a true statesman."
Lisa Marie Presley suffers cardiac arrest
Lisa Marie Presley was admitted to a Southern California hospital on Thursday after suffering a cardiac arrest, a source told CBS News. Elise Preston has the latest.
Palestinians say 7-year-old boy died as Israeli forces chased him home
"His heart stopped beating because he was so scared," the boy's father claims, as the U.S. and European Union call for a "thorough" investigation.
Personal best: Saving the ref's life
Back in June, John Sculli, of Rochester, N.Y., was refereeing a semi-pro basketball game when he suffered a heart attack – the kind called a "widow maker," which almost no one survives. Within seconds, a player named Myles Copeland rushed to his side and started doing CPR. Copeland talked with correspondent Steve Hartman about what it's like to save someone's life – and reunited with Sculli for the first time since their shared drama on the court.
Basketball player saves referee's life after heart attack
"I've never witnessed someone just collapse, but I knew what had to be done."
Husband of teacher killed in Texas school shooting has died
The family of Irma and Joe Garcia say they were high school sweethearts who had been together for more than 25 years.
Man died while burying girlfriend he allegedly strangled, authorities say
Neighbors told officers they saw the man digging a hole in his yard the day before, deputies said.
Doctors reverse recommendation on daily aspirin
After years of suggesting low-dose aspirin to people 60 and older to prevent a first heart attack or stroke, doctors now say the risks outweigh the benefits for most people. Dr. Jon LaPook explains.
California couple at center of surrogacy scandal arrested
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Iran's Houthi allies deny losing ground as Mideast crisis engulfs Yemen
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The life and travels of an alleged Chinese agent
Eva Marie Saint, "North by Northwest" star, dies at 102
Olympian accused of damaging Reflecting Pool seeks probe of potential misconduct
Christa Pike is conscious, speaking after botched execution, attorneys say
Ex-CIA official found with $40 million in gold bars admits to sprawling scheme
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