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Heart Disease

It’s the leading cause of death in the United States.

When to Worry About Heart Palpitations, According to Cardiologists

Every time your heart skips a beat is very rarely the answer.

Why You Might Have a Higher Risk of Heart Disease as a Black Person—And What to Do About It

The reasons are complicated but also familiar.

When Does Shortness of Breath Signal a Potential Heart Problem?

It isn’t a symptom you should ignore, especially if it comes on suddenly.

Here’s Why It Might Feel Like Your Heart Is Racing Super Fast

Is it anxiety? Caffeine? Or something more serious?

Chelsea Handler Reveals She Suffered From Cardiomyopathy Caused By Stress

“It was a good reminder to let everything go.”

Experts No Longer Recommend Preventive Daily Aspirin for Heart Attacks

Several aspirin-related health risks have been found.

COVID-19 May Cause These Long-Term Heart Complications, According to New Research

It's an important potential facet of long COVID.

Another Peloton Heart Attack Plot Line, Another Reminder Cardio Is Good for You

A ‘Billions’ character suffered a heart attack after a ride just like Mr. Big. 

What People Over 40 Need to Know About Taking Aspirin Daily for Heart Health

A group of experts just released new recommendations.

Alyssa Milano Urges People to Get CPR-Certified After ‘Terrifying’ Car Crash With Uncle

“You don’t know when you’ll be called upon to save a life.”

Rapper DMX Is Dead One Week After a Heart Attack

He was a “warrior who fought till the very end,” his family said.

What Really Is a Heart-Healthy Diet?

It doesn’t need to be complicated.

The iPhone 12 Can Interfere With an ICD, New Research Suggests

The phone's magnetic field may pose a risk to some people. 

Matthew McConaughey Says His Dad Died During Sex

Yep, it can happen. Here’s how.

Let’s Not Forget, Weathering Is Also Killing Black People

The constant stress of racism takes a physical toll. 

Understanding Broken Heart Syndrome

Find out more about this temporary heart condition.

This Rare Heart Attack Is Most Likely to Strike Younger, Healthy Women

There’s not enough awareness of SCAD.

Heart Cancer: Is There Such A Thing?

Although heart tumors do occur, the vast majority of them are noncancerous (benign).