Asthma is a chronic inflammatory disease that affects the airways. The main goal for people living with asthma is control. Properly managing your asthma can reduce the number and severity of your asthma attacks. Left untreated, asthma can cause long-term lung damage, frequent visits to the emergency room, and hospitalizations. What is asthma? Asthma is […]

KEY POINTS Signs and symptoms By knowing the signs and symptoms of stroke, you can take quick action and perhaps save a life—maybe even your own. What are the signs of stroke in men and women? Call 9-1-1 right away if you or someone else has any of these symptoms. When to seek emergency help […]

Alzheimer’s disease is a progressive, irreversible brain disorder that affects memory, thinking, and language skills. Over time, people living with Alzheimer’s disease may become unable to carry out daily activities. African American and Hispanic/Latino populations are disproportionately affected. What is Alzheimer’s disease? Alzheimer’s disease causes brain cells to stop functioning, lose connections with other brain […]