August 7, 2025

Cardiac Arrest Can Happen Suddenly — Here's Everything You Need to Know

Cardiac arrest is defined as a sudden stop in heart function. Essentially, the pumping function of the heart is compromised, oftentimes due to a dangerous malfunction of the heart's electrical system. 

August 7, 2025

Dizzy, Heart Racing After You Stand? New Treatment Proposed

Some people find that when they stand, their hearts tend to race and they get dizzy and lightheaded.

August 7, 2025

How Old Is Your Heart? It Could Be Aging Faster Than You Are

Researchers who've developed a new “heart age” calculator say many Americans have unhealthy hearts that are physiologically older than their chronological age, with men faring worse than women.

July 20, 2025

Wildfire Smoke Linked To Heart Failure Risk

Wildfire smoke might increase a person’s risk of developing heart failure, a new study suggests.

July 8, 2025

Many Older Adults Taking Daily Aspirin Despite Tighter Guidelines

About 1 in 6 older adults takes daily aspirin to prevent heart disease, even though stricter guidelines say it’s not for everyone, a new study says.

June 27, 2025

Weed Use Linked To Heart-Related Deaths

Weed is associated with a doubled risk of death from heart disease, a new evidence review shows.