Atherosclerosis, a process where a gradual buildup of plaque happens in the walls of the arteries, is a red flag. This sticky ...

The symptoms of heart attack are very similar to another, far less dangerous culprit - acid reflux. Dr Kunal Sood is breaking ...

Heart disease, traditionally an older adult concern, is increasingly affecting teenagers due to poor lifestyle choices, ...

What causes heart attacks? For decades cardiologists have blamed high cholesterol. That’s why about 50 million Americans are taking statin-type medications to lower their cholesterol.

Heart attack-related deaths are down by nearly 90% since 1970, according to a new study. However, other heart disease-related deaths are on the rise. We asked experts to explain the findings and how ...

Every August, primary care doctors stock their clinics with influenza vaccines and start reminding patients to get their annual shot. We usually tell patients, “The flu vaccine can reduce your risk of ...

SAN FRANCISCO (KGO) -- Over 80 percent of heart attacks could have been prevented with early detection of heart disease, yet most people are never tested for it. Victoria Dupuy, founder and CEO of No ...

New 2025 high blood pressure guidelines from the American Heart Association and American College of Cardiology emphasize ...

As World Heart Day approaches on Sept. 29, doctors in El Paso are urging people to recognize the signs of a heart attack and act fast. Sergio Peña, 54, director of Respiratory Care Services at Del Sol ...

The study indicates that a viral infection or another outside factor can awaken the dormant biofilm. Once activated, the bacteria begin to multiply, sparking inflammation. This immune reaction has the ...

Dr. Robert Ostfeld's viral Instagram post highlights the immediate and long-term heart health benefits of quitting smoking.

In TODAY.com's Expert Tip of the Day, a cardiologist urges women to pay attention to subtle warning signs of a heart attack ...