Nov 11, 2026
Military service poses unique risks to the heart. A new scientific statement from the American Heart Association looks at what veterans and the experts who care for them should know.
Sep 22, 2026
It's possible to have a silent heart attack with mild or no symptoms. Learn the warning signs, risk factors, long-term health risks and prevention strategies.
Sep 15, 2026
(Tzido/iStock via Getty Images) Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death for Hispanic and Latino people in the United States. But the challenges they face are hardly the whole story, say experts who helped write a new report on the heart health of these communities. Yes.
Sep 14, 2026
U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham’s cause of death was attributed to aortic dissection, a tear in the body’s largest artery. Here’s what you should know about the sudden and life-threatening condition, and steps you can take to protect yourself.
Aug 31, 2026
Learn how the PREVENT equations can help you and your doctor identify risk for heart attack, stroke and heart failure before symptoms develop.
Aug 26, 2026
A serious heart condition often isn't enough to stop some from roller coasters and thrill-seeking activities.
Jul 29, 2026
Heart-related benefits of aspirin are offset by the risk for bleeding, prompting new recommendations that could upend widely held practice for many healthy people.
Jun 22, 2026
CKM syndrome treatment can involve lots of specialists. A new American Heart Association guideline emphasizes the importance of having a point person to help coordinate care.
Jun 9, 2026
The first American Heart Association guideline on CKM syndrome calls for early weight discussions and coordinated care to reduce risks linked to heart disease, kidney disease and diabetes.
Apr 27, 2026
Over a 74-year career, Dr. Eugene Braunwald revolutionized cardiology with his discoveries. His legacy also includes influencing generations of physicians and advancing evidence based heart care.