Heart sounds are one tool providers use to assess heart health. Learn about systolic, diastolic, and S1 to S4 heart sounds in ...

Peripartum cardiac insufficiency (PPCM) is a rare but life-threatening condition that can affect previously heart-healthy women a few weeks before or after the birth of a child. For unknown reasons, ...

When people talk about having a " broken heart," they're more often than not referring to it in the metaphorical sense. However, for some, a broken heart is a very literal, physical condition.

Philips (NYSE: PHG) today announced the release of new Elevate software to enhance workflows for its ultrasound imaging ...

The ancient Greek philosopher and polymath Aristotle once concluded that the human heart is tri-chambered and that it was the ...

Congenital heart disease or defect is a common type of birth defect that needs medical attention. The exact cause is unclear, ...

Background The Prognostic Nutritional Index (PNI), calculated from serum albumin levels and lymphocyte counts, is a simple ...

Dr. Robert Elder, a cardiologist at Yale New Haven Health and Yale Medicine, says 70% of the time, doctors are able to diagnose an issue or defect prenatally with an echo cardiogram or ultrasound.

Flaxseed contains nutrients that support your heart and overall health. It may reduce risk factors for heart disease, such as improving cholesterol and triglycerides. Flaxseed (Linum usitatissimum ...

DEAR MAYO CLINIC: We hear a lot about " heart-healthy" diets, but the guidance seems to always change. It's confusing to me. What foods are important, and what should we avoid? ANSWER: One of the ...

As the country observes Philippine Heart Month, it is important to emphasize the vital role of regular physical activity in maintaining a healthy heart. The World Health Organization (WHO) recommends ...