Frequently discussed topics with a telemetry nurse about pacemakers In this article: What is a pacemaker and why do I need one? How does...

Introduction: Heart attacks are life-threatening medical emergencies that can occur suddenly and without warning. They result from a...

Part 1 Is it really a heart attack? Recognizing the Differences: Symptoms of Electrolyte Imbalance vs. Heart Attack by Catherina Pascale...

Let's say you are a 75-year-old woman who regularly walks your dog every day. Over the past few months, you've noticed that you are...

Heart failure (HF) is a condition that occurs when the heart does not pump blood effectively around the body due to weak or stiff heart...

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...