Friday, February 15 2013 6:40 PM EST2013-02-15 23:40:32 GMT
Not only is she a television personality, an attorney and an author, many people don't realize Starr Jones is also a heart disease survivor. We spoke with her at Friday's Go Red for Women Luncheon.
Not only is she a television personality, an attorney and an author, many people don't realize Starr Jones is also a heart disease survivor. We spoke with her at Friday's Go Red for Women Luncheon at the MGM Grand Hotel in Detroit.
Friday, February 15 2013 5:19 PM EST2013-02-15 22:19:58 GMT
Heart disease is the No. 1 killer of women - and it's often preventable. Join the American Heart Association in the fight against this silent disease.
Heart disease is the #1 killer of women - and it's often preventable. Join FOX 2 and the American Heart Association in the fight against heart disease!
Wednesday, February 13 2013 4:45 PM EST2013-02-13 21:45:31 GMT
Nausea and fatigue -- a metro Detroit new mom in her forties figured she was just tired, but it turns out being pregnant may have caused her heartache.
Nausea and fatigue -- a metro Detroit new mom in her forties figured she was just tired, but it turns out being pregnant may have caused her heartache.
Friday, February 1 2013 4:31 PM EST2013-02-01 21:31:59 GMT
Heart disease is the top killer of women, claiming the lives of 41 women in Michigan every day. So now that you know the risk, what should you do?
Have you noticed red popping up all over town? It's a bold statement to make sure women know that heart disease is their top killer, claiming the lives of 41 women in Michigan every day. So now that you know the risk, what should you do?
SOUTHFIELD, Mich. (WJBK) -
A woman in her forties got a painful wake up call when doctors told her she was facing what they call the "widow maker".
"I was on the verge of a major heart attack or dying," said Melissa Blount.
At 41 years old, she was unknowingly walking around with a killer blockage.
"We had a family reunion where I was playing soccer with the kids, and I was like literally doubled over, couldn't catch my breath," Blount said.
She was busy living life as a wife, mother and psychologist. She easily dismissed the symptoms until the pain was too severe to ignore.
"It got to the point where if I had a really strong negative emotion or an argument, I would get this chest pain, or if I was moving around, walking up steps, I would get chest pain," she explained.
It was an angiogram that discovered a 95 percent blockage in a major artery, the artery that provides so much blood to the heart that when it's blocked, it's called the "widow maker".
"There was a noticeable difference after the procedure," said Blount. "I felt brand new."
Now three years later with a stent in place, she is living life with heart disease, but as she moves forward, she looks back to understand what went wrong. She blames stress from infertility, moving and job loss, and she wants others to learn from her pain.
"I encourage everyone -- friends, family, and especially cardiologists... your mental health is really the equivalent of taking care of yourself physically," Blount said.
Next week we'll bring you the story of Blount's recovery, how she fought the fear and anxiety, and the link between mental health and heart health.
February 1 is national Wear Red Day to kick off a month of raising awareness about America's number one killer. You can wear red and join the fight.
Also on February 1, Beaumont and the American Heart Association are hosting the Go Red for Women Casting Call event for women to share their stories of survival. Click here for more information.
Tuesday, December 4 2012 4:11 PM EST2012-12-04 21:11:01 GMT
You have one heart attack and then take medication to prevent another one, but there's new research that says what you eat is a very powerful tool in preventing another heart attack.
You have one heart attack and then take medication to prevent another one, but there's new research that says what you eat is a very powerful tool in preventing another heart attack.
Tuesday, May 7 2013 10:17 AM EDT2013-05-07 14:17:04 GMT
Making healthy choices at the grocery store can be difficult. With deceiving labels, and buzz words like 'organic,' 'all-natural' and 'heart-healthy,' it's tough to decide what to buy.
Making healthy choices at the grocery store can be difficult. With deceiving labels, and buzz words like 'organic,' 'all-natural' and 'heart-healthy,' it's tough to decide what to buy.
Friday, May 3 2013 5:27 PM EDT2013-05-03 21:27:05 GMT
She is the Flat Rock girl that has gained national attention for her battle with a rare, fatal disease. Now little Lindsay Ratcliffe has been given new hair and new hope.
She is the Flat Rock girl that has gained national attention for her battle with a rare, fatal disease. Now little Lindsay Ratcliffe has been given new hair and new hope.
Tuesday, April 23 2013 12:55 PM EDT2013-04-23 16:55:57 GMT
Living with autism is a challenge that as many as one in fifty families face everyday. One family says intensive therapy has not just helped their daughter, but changed their lives.
Living with autism is a challenge that as many as one in fifty families face everyday. One family says intensive therapy has not just helped their daughter, but changed their lives.
Wednesday, April 17 2013 8:10 AM EDT2013-04-17 12:10:45 GMT
An FBI-trained forensic artist worked with Dove to conduct social experiment to illustrate the ongoing struggle women have with recognizing their own beauty.
An FBI-trained forensic artist worked with Dove to conduct social experiment to illustrate the ongoing struggle women have with recognizing their own beauty.
Monday, April 15 2013 8:14 PM EDT2013-04-16 00:14:46 GMT
For some people, sugar is like a drug and kicking the sweet habit is hard. Desserts like cakes, cookies and ice cream can be irresistible because of the effect sugar has on the brain. "Sugar is a particularly
For some people, sugar is like a drug and kicking the sweet habit is hard. Desserts like cakes, cookies and ice cream can be irresistible because of the effect sugar has on the brain. "Sugar is a particularly
Monday, April 1 2013 8:14 AM EDT2013-04-01 12:14:05 GMT
Next week the American Heart Association celebrates National Walking Day. This means bring your sneakers to work on April 3 and plan to walk for 10, 20 or 30 minutes.
Next week the American Heart Association celebrates National Walking Day. This means bring your sneakers to work on April 3 and plan to walk for 10, 20 or 30 minutes.
