Research shows a new hope in the fight against heart disease
Heart disease reigns as the number one cause of death in the U.S., a title it has held for years despite the myriad treatments...
Some blood pressure treatment may be risky to heart health
When individuals are hospitalized for conditions unrelated to heart health, it's not uncommon for their blood pressure to spike. This could be due to...
Understanding congenital heart disease: from causes to types
Congenital heart disease (CHD) is a term that might sound complex, but it's essentially about heart problems that are present from birth.
These aren't your...
The link between heart rhythm disease and heart failure you need to know
Atrial Fibrillation (AFib) and heart failure sound like terms reserved for medical dramas, but they're very real conditions that affect millions worldwide.
While they might...
Can people with an irregular heartbeat drink coffee?
When Dr. David Kao tells patients they have atrial fibrillation – an irregular and often rapid heart rhythm that can lead to stroke, blood...
Common causes of fast heartbeat after eating food
Ever finished a meal and felt your heart racing or skipping beats? It's not just you; heart palpitations after eating are a phenomenon many...
These blood pressure drugs can be dangerous to women’s heart health
igh blood pressure is a common health issue, often managed with drugs known as beta-blockers.
Yet, a study from the University of Bologna in Italy...
Understanding dangerous heart rates
When it comes to our health, the heart is often the center of attention—and rightfully so. This tireless muscle, pumping away day and night,...
An EMT’s heart stopped during a 10K race. A cop saved him with CPR.
Willie Hatchett was eager and ready for the start of the Peachtree Road Race, a 10K held on July 4 in Atlanta. Hatchett had...
What you need to know about heart failure and swollen feet
Heart failure, a condition where the heart can't pump blood as well as it should, affects millions worldwide. It's a serious health concern that...