ABC is deeply saddened by the death of Representative Donald Payne Jr. of New Jersey. Congressman Payne Jr was a devoted advocate for health equity, especially in combating Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD). Our condolences go out to his family, friends, and colleagues.

Prioritize dark leafy greens and other vegetables: Choose some dark leafy greens when making a salad and consider adding a vegetable at every meal. #HarvardHealth #TipoftheDay

It’s National #MinorityHealth Month! This year’s theme: Be the source for better health. Spread the word. HRSA-supported health centers nationwide offer quality primary care. Find a nearby health center for you and your loved ones: ms.spr.ly/6017YyGCc #NMHM24

Not all HELLP syndrome patients exhibit the classic signs that typically characterizes the diagnosis of preeclampsia. This is what makes HELLP Syndrome tricky to diagnosis.

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.AHA Science: Paper describes the overlap in #HeartFailure etiologies and case definitions, highlights strategies to improve quality of evidence on related etiologies, and advances heart failure #registry science. Figure: sample registries in World Health Organization (WHO) regions. ahajournals.org/doi/10.1161/CI…

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The health of the partners are just as important as the health of the women when considering having a child. Let’s continue to support optimization of health as early as possible.

👨🏿 are essential allies in #BlackMaternalHealth crisis. Learn how in latest #FacesofBMH video feat Keniel, M.D.'s story of advocacy on behalf of his wife & expert insights on impact of men's health on maternal outcomes. Watch now: wearethefaces.abcardio.org
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For Black mothers with genetic aortic & vascular conditions, health disparities make patient-centered collaborative care essential. Black Maternal Health Week is 4/11-17. We stand with Association of Black Cardiologists in raising awareness aimed at safeguarding maternal health. bit.ly/442rrig

#DYK Understanding your family's health history is crucial not just for yourself, but for future generations too? Let's empower ourselves with proactive steps to promote #hearthealthy living & #generationalhealth . #FacesofBMH #ABCardio4Moms #BMHW2024 buff.ly/3xykaZB

This #BMHW24 , read the new reports from the #NIHP2P workshop on postpartum health! They describe current research activities and outline resources and opportunities for advancing research to address the maternal health crisis. prevention.nih.gov/P2P-Postpartum…

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Fiber and Alzheimer’s risk: Eating lots of fiber, fruits, and vegetables has been linked to a lower risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease. #HarvardHealth #TipoftheDay

Join us TODAY at 1pm EST for an empowering webinar! Dive into the crucial conversation of 'Faithful Advocacy: Faith Communities and the Pursuit of Black Maternal Health and Reproductive Justice' for #BMHW24 .

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With so much to digest 📚 from #ACC24 American College of Cardiology, I was happy to share some initial thoughts Doximity as we dive deeper into all of the pivotal trials from the conference.

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