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...

Ever wondered how the heart keeps ticking like a well-oiled machine, beating close to three billion times over a lifetime? Let’s take a...

By Wendi Miller, RN Breaking our hearts Since a large majority (75%) of Americans report activity levels that are not high enough to...

Heart regeneration is limited in humans; strategies like stem cells and pathway modulation aim to boost cardiomyocyte division and repair.

Broken heart syndrome is a condition usually brought on by stressful situations or extreme emotions. Serious physical illness or surgery...

Sickle cell anemia is caused by a mutation in the hemoglobin gene and is characterized by red blood cell dehydration due to loss of...

The rise of digital health technologies has enabled people to actively manage their heart health and has made it easier for patients and...

Hypertension, commonly known as high blood pressure, is a prevalent condition affecting millions worldwide. Often dubbed the "silent...

High-Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) has become popular as a quick and efficient method of enhancing general fitness and...

Imagine you or someone close to you suddenly starts feeling ill. They may feel sudden dizziness, difficulties with speech, or loss of...

The number of patients with atrial fibrillation (AFib) in the United States is growing more rapidly than expected, and it’s predicted to...

An aortic valve replacement  is a surgical procedure that replaces a malfunctioning or damaged aortic valve with a prosthetic valve. The...

Coronary Artery Disease (CAD): Coronary artery disease (CAD) is a common type of heart disease. It affects the main blood vessels that...