New research is changing what we thought we knew about the origins of the famous heart shape. Here's the groundbreaking new ...

Drug developers have designed therapies to reduce the cholesterol-carrying molecule Lp(a), which is associated with heart ...

Fueled by ongoing increases in high blood pressure, obesity and other major risk factors, heart disease continues to kill more people in the U.S. than any other cause, according to the American Heart ...

Regular exercise does more than strengthen the heart. New research reveals that it actually reshapes the nerves controlling ...

The American Heart Association, American Academy of Pediatrics, American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists and the ...

The heart pumps blood around the body. If the heart does not work as it should, a person may need to undergo a heart procedure as part of their treatment. Some heart conditions are manageable with ...

When we say that someone is big-hearted, it’s generally a compliment meant to praise their kindness or concern for others. But in medical circles, saying someone is big-hearted could have an entirely ...

Although the relationship between caffeine and cardiovascular health is complex, the latest research indicates consuming up to 5 cups of caffeinated coffee per day (up to 400 mg of caffeine/day) is ...

Today, the American Heart Association, American Academy of Pediatrics, American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists ...

Heart-healthy foods, such as fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and lean proteins, can significantly reduce the risk of cardiovascular diseases. Incorporating omega-3 fatty acids from fish and nuts ...