Yasmine S. Ali, M.D.
Yasmine S. Ali, MD, is a cardiologist and medical writer based in Tennessee. She is President of LastSky Writing, LLC, and is Assistant Clinical Professor of Medicine at Vanderbilt University School of Medicine. She is a Fellow of the American College of Cardiology and of the American College of Physicians.
Dr. Ali has written and edited medical and health content for a variety of platforms. She is also an award-winning essayist and poet, and has been featured in Real Simple magazine, Reader’s Digest, NPR, and multiple other media outlets. You can find her at www.yasminealimd.com.
Latest Articles by Yasmine S. Ali, M.D.
Can Stretching Help Lower Your Blood Pressure?
It might be time to add stretching to your heart health arsenal. Here’s why.
What to Look for in a Heart Disease Doctor
Your relationship with your cardiologist matters. Here’s how to find the perfect match.
Under 45? Five Things to Know About Strokes
Strokes don't just impact older adults—they can happen to anyone.
Is the Power Nap Over?
Don’t hit snooze just yet. New research reveals that long naps may be hurting your heart health.
The Simplest Way to Support a Partner With Heart Disease
Couples with similar lifestyles have shared disease risks—so changing your habits can benefit you both.
The One Thing That Every Woman Should Know About Her Heart
A new report highlights a decline in awareness among younger women and women of color.
Working It! How Exercise Helps Fight Heart Failure
While heart failure patients used to be told to prioritize rest, now experts say physical activity is vital—here’s what you need to know to get started.
Now What? 5 Essential Things to Do After a Heart Failure Diagnosis
First breathe...and know you've got options. We walk you through the first few steps to take after finding out you have a heart failure.