Takotsubo Cardiomyopathy, better known as Broken Heart Syndrome, is a disorder where stress and other external factors impair the heart's...

Introduction Heart failure (HF) remains a major public health concern, affecting over 6 million adults in the United States alone....

Postural tachycardia syndrome (POTS) is a condition affecting between 1 and 3 million people in the United States. The primary sign of...

Photo by : Robina Weerijer in Unsplash Aortic stenosis (AS) is one of the most common and severe valve conditions that affects the heart....

Elevated high blood pressures used to be common in adults, but recent data across the United States and Canada have shown they’re also a...

Definition Atrial septal defect is a type of congenital heart defect in which there is an opening in the septum which is a wall between...

The Mediterranean diet isn’t just a trendy food plan—it’s a lifestyle inspired by the traditional eating habits of countries bordering...

Though it may sound concerning, bradycardia, a disease marked by a slow heartbeat, is more common and less harmful than most people...

By Nikki Elmi The 4 types of ascending aorta and aortic root replacement surgeries. Aortic dissection is a life-threatening condition in...

Heart disease continues to be one of the leading causes of death globally. Yet, the good news is that heart attacks are highly treatable...

Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) have traditionally been viewed as disorders driven by mechanical and metabolic factors like hypertension,...

Stress. We have all experienced it at one point or another during our life. Stress is a common part of our everyday lives. In some ways,...

Cardiovascular disease (CVD) encompasses various conditions affecting the heart and blood vessels, remains a leading cause of death...

What is a PICC? PICC stands for peripherally inserted central catheter. It is a type of IV (intravenous) line. It is a thin, flexible...

Dying of a broken heart may sound like a metaphor for grief, but as it turns out, broken heart syndrome is a real – although temporary...

Heart failure treatment has entered a new era with Sacubitril/Valsartan, a revolutionary angiotensin receptor neprilysin inhibitor...

What is Atherosclerosis? Atherosclerosis consists of the hardening of the arteries, often due to gradual plaque build-up. Plaque is...

The human body possesses some exceptional organs and organ systems, which maintain our life. If one goes into the details of how they...

Dysautonomia: A Malfunctioning Nervous System  Dysautonomia is an umbrella term that describes the dysfunction of the autonomic nervous...

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the American Heart Association (AHA), cardiovascular disease is the...