A heart murmur can sound scary—literally. A Keck Medicine of USC cardiologist explains why it might not be as scary as you think. As Oana Maria Penciu, MD, a cardiologist with the USC Cardiac and ...

Cassandra King was thrilled to complete the first trimester of her pregnancy in the fall of 2024. She and her husband had spent years trying to have a baby, and she had experienced multiple ...

Deaths from both causes are down, but they still eclipse all other causes, according to new statistics. By Nina Agrawal Despite gains in treatment, cardiovascular disease remains the leading cause of ...

The American Heart Association report runs contrary to recent studies — and the group’s own guidelines — that found any amount of alcohol to be harmful. By Roni Caryn Rabin For a while, it seemed the ...

I’M CAROL CLARKE A GREENVILLE MAN SAYS EVERYTHING THAT HAPPENED AFTER JUNE OF LAST YEAR IS BONUS TIME. A SPECIAL GIFT. ALL BECAUSE HE SURVIVED A DISSECTED AORTA. GIFTED DOCTORS AT PRISMA HEALTH AND A ...

“I’ll worry about my heart health when I’m older.” That may be too late, doctors warn. While the average age for being diagnosed with heart disease in the United States is typically in the mid-60s for ...

Research shows that heart attacks are becoming more prevalent among adults younger than 50—and the outcomes are worse for women. The good news is we know how to prevent them. Heart attacks, or ...

Chest pain can be a scary symptom. It's not always serious, but it can be a sign you're having a heart attack. The issue, medical experts say, is that some patients experiencing chest pain don't want ...

Are you neglecting your “second heart?” Sitting for hours at work or at home inactivates a critical part of the body that helps keep blood circulating properly. The calf muscles are your “second heart ...

Share on Pinterest Heart disease overall has decreased by 66% since 1970, but it remains the leading cause of death among Americans. Tashdique Mehtaj Ahmed/Getty Images Heart attacks have become more ...

Craft a charming heart bracelet with this simple and fun DIY tutorial. Using polycherry thread, tape, a lighter, and scissors, you'll create a delicate and heart-shaped design perfect for any occasion ...