When we think of heart attacks, many of us imagine a stressed middle-aged male executive, addicted to ready meals and ...

Ischemic heart disease is most commonly caused by plaque build-up in the arteries that restricts blood flow to the heart.

(NewsNation) — Coronary heart disease, also known as CHD, the most common heart disease, occurs when the arteries of the heart carrying oxygen-rich blood are blocked due to buildup known as plaque ...

Nearly all who suffer coronary heart disease or stroke already have risk factors. Read how better prevention could save lives ...

Chest pain and shortness of breath are two symptoms that grab your attention quickly, potentially signaling a heart attack if they come on suddenly. And if they develop gradually and worsen over time, ...

Cardiovascular disease experts propose a new approach to treating heart disease, focusing on atherosclerosis prevention and ...

West Virginia faces a heart disease crisis that touches nearly every family in the state, with rates nearly double the ...

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