Nov 22, 2024
Resting heart rate remained stable or dropped slightly over time for most people in a new study. But for those whose heart rate increased, the risk for heart failure or death climbed with it.
Nov 18, 2024
For heart attack survivors, fear of recurrence is not the same as depression or anxiety, preliminary research shows.
Nov 15, 2024
Dr. Eugene Braunwald, one of the century's most influential heart researchers, credits good timing. Others say it was much more.
Nov 13, 2024
More people in the U.S. are dying from heart disease related to obesity, according to new research that shows those most affected include men and Black adults.
Nov 11, 2024
New research suggests people with implanted defibrillators may face double or triple the risk for atrial fibrillation when temperatures spike over 100 degrees.
Nov 4, 2024
Heart-lung bypass enables many of today's lifesaving procedures. Here's the story of the struggle to make it a reality.
Oct 22, 2024
Middle-aged and older adults with impaired hearing or vision – or both – may have a higher risk of cardiovascular disease than those with good eyesight and hearing, a study shows.
Sep 24, 2024
New guidelines detail how to evaluate and manage heart and stroke risks in people having surgery unrelated to their hearts.
Aug 14, 2024
White-collar workers who report job strain and feeling poorly rewarded for their efforts may have a higher risk for atrial fibrillation than their less-stressed peers, a study from Canada found.
Aug 12, 2024
It's more than a rash – shingles, or herpes zoster, has been linked to a higher risk of heart attack and stroke. Here's what you need to know.