Angina pectoris, often shortened to angina, is chest pain or discomfort caused by reduced blood flow to the heart and most commonly - but not always - a symptom of coronary artery disease (CAD). The ...

Winter can quietly change blood flow, making it thicker and more prone to clotting. Doctors explain the science and simple ...

Cardiovascular disease remains a leading global cause of death, and we break down its pathology, risk factors, and the ...

Traditionally, most heart attacks have been blamed on clogged arteries causing atherothrombosis – where blood clots block ...

Heart blockages often go undetected until symptoms worsen. A US cardiovascular surgeon says early warning signs can be ...

Abnormal blood flow in the aorta is linked to inflammation and breakdown of the vessel wall in conditions where the aorta is dilated. The findings can contribute to better diagnosis and open up new ...

Heart attacks are medical emergencies that often strike in the early morning due to blood pressure and clotting changes.

Matthew Nystoriak, Ph.D., associate professor of biomedical research and translational medicine at Masonic Medical Research Institute (MMRI), has uncovered groundbreaking insights into heart health in ...

The physical forces exerted by a heart beat and the blood flow it produces trigger the formation of new blood cells, according to two studies published today (May 13) in Nature and Cell. Zebrafish ...

There is a strong link between regular physical exercise and good brain health, according to one study. Researchers found ...