Heart attack related symptoms show up differently in women. Instead of the classic chest pain, women see milder discomfort.

Exercise is one of the best things we can do for a healthy heart. Yet research shows that endurance athletes have up to a four times higher risk of atrial fibrillation (an irregular or fast heartbeat) ...

Recent studies show a troubling rise in heart attacks among women under 40, largely stemming from high-stress environments, ...

New research suggests that women with gynecologic conditions may have a higher risk of heart disease and stroke. Endometriosis and polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) raised these risks the most, but ...

Irregular heartbeat conditions affect millions of people worldwide, causing hearts to beat too fast, too slow, or with an uneven rhythm. These cardiac rhythm disturbances, medically known as ...

People who regularly floss their teeth (one or more times per week) may lower their risk of stroke caused by a blood clot traveling from the heart and a stroke associated with an irregular heartbeat ...

Drinking caffeinated coffee is safe for people with atrial fibrillation and may help protect against recurrence of the disorder, a new study finds. More than 10 million Americans live with atrial ...