Heart rate is one of the most powerful—and underestimated—indicators of your cardiovascular health. Understanding how it ...

When an artery becomes blocked in a heart attack, the process of restoring healthy blood flow to the heart is called reperfusion. It usually involves a combination of medications to break down a blood ...

Cardiac arrhythmia refers to a variation in the normal rate and/or rhythm of the heart. Though some forms of arrhythmia may only cause minor symptoms, others can be life-threatening. Atrial ...

When recording your heartbeat, look out for skipped beats, extra beats, or long pauses between beats, that can feel like fluttering, racing or pounding in the chest. These are often signs of premature ...

A randomized clinical trial found that among people with a history of Atrial fibrillation (AFib) or related rhythm issues, drinking at least one cup of caf ...

Irregular heartbeats, or arrhythmia, can significantly affect a person’s quality of life and overall health. When medication and lifestyle changes are ineffective, doctors may recommend surgery to ...

Transient idiopathic arrhythmias are temporary heart rhythm disturbances without a clear cause, which can be harmless or require treatment if symptoms are frequent. Diagnosis can be challenging, as ...

People with epilepsy are at risk for hypertension, atrial fibrillation, and hyperlipidemia; they also have an elevated risk ...