HEART HEALTH
Tools
Guide to Heart Tests
A quick overview of which new heart disease tests might benefit you.
Chart: Heart Disease Deaths By State
See how your state fares on heart-disease risk.
BMI Calculator
Think you're overweight? Find out by using this body mass index (BMI) calculator.
AARP Programs
Divided We Fail
The Divided We Fail effort advances the idea that partisan gridlock should not stand in the way of affordable health care and long-term financial security for all Americans.
Step Up to Better Health
A step-counting program designed to increase your physical activity.
AARP Books
An AARP Guide: Living With Heart Disease
Expert advice on everything from diet and exercise to surgical solutions and "alternative" treatments for heart conditions.
Protect your heart—and prevent a slew of diseases—with this tasty, traditional way of eating.
Yes, Some Fats Help Your Heart
It may seem hard to believe, but monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats actually lower cholesterol, and thus heart disease risk. Still, eat them in moderation. (Audio)
Tim Russert: The Risk of Heart Disease
Journalist Tim Russert's untimely death from a heart attack calls attention to the need for preventive care among the 16 million Americans who have coronary artery disease.
From the Online Community
User tterpy raises an irreverent glass to the healthy aspects of red wine.
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Laura Bush Speaks Out About Heart Disease and Women
The first lady is delivering the mesage that heart disease is the number one killer of women, that women often experience unique heart-attack symptoms, and that women should know their heart-disease risk.
Gumming Up Your Heart
People with gum disease are nearly twice as likely to suffer from heart disease, mounting evidence indicates.
Don't Inflame Your Ticker
Along with cholesterol, inflammation contributes to build-up in the arteries, endangering your heart. Here are seven ways to calm the irritation.
Power Your Pump With Six Super Foods
Eaten regularly, these foods could cut your heart disease risk by 76 percent. And one of them is chocolate.
AARP Health Benefits
Affordable Healthcare? Consider it Done
Insurance & Plans: From Major Medical to Medicare Supplement, find the right health insurance plan for you.
Discounts & Savings: Pharmacy, Vision & and even Fitness discounts provide everyday savings for you.
More to Explore
Create The Good
AARP is calling on its members to Create the Good in their neighborhoods. Get involved.
Benefits QuickLINK
Find out what public or private benefits are available for older adults and families with children.
More From AARP
Health Care Reform
Here's a coalition that supports health care reform to strengthen Medicare.
Accessible Care Now
Join AARP in the fight for health reform. Make sure you speak up today!
Member Discount
Save $100 per person off vacations or river cruises from Grand European Tours.
Is It Truly Organic?
How can you tell whether or not "organic" foods are the real deal?
Enter Green Sweeps!
Enter for a chance to win Energy Star appliances, a MacBook, or mountain bikes!
Fat 2 Fit
Many people find they can shed medications along with their extra pounds.
TV Tackles Aging
An AARP-supported show addresses health and other issues faced by aging people.
How to Bounce Back
Everyone goes through tough times. Some folks just navigate them better. Learn how.
Free Fun in Vegas
Gambled and lost? Peter Greenberg gives tips on free stuff to do in Sin City.
401(k): Debt Cutter?
Should I borrow from my 401(k) to pay off my house? How steep is the penalty?
Book Review
Singer Ricardo Montaner's book portrays a man committed to his family and faith.
New Tricks in Bed?
Use these tips to improve your life ... under the covers. Get what you want!.
