A long list of Lynda Hollander's paternal relatives had heart disease, and several had undergone major surgeries. So when she hit her mid-50s and saw her cholesterol levels creeping up after menopause ...

It was supposed to be just another routine health check. A 70-year-old businessman, active and seemingly healthy, decided to run a few preventive tests — more out of diligence than concern. But that ...

David Nadeau shares his "widow maker" story to emphasize how important it is for firefighters to pay attention to health ...

Cardiologists reveal the unexpected symptoms of clogged arteries and underlying heart disease that you should know about. The ...

Sarah Freundlich folded her hands as she thought about the heart attack that never happened. "I started seeing the cardiologist several years ago because I had some heart palpitations," she said. "I ...

Coronary artery disease is a serious but common type of heart disease that can lead to heart attacks. A recent study suggests that measuring levels of apolipoprotein B particles and lipoprotein(a) ...

His LAD or the Left Anterior Descending (LAD) artery, a key blood vessel that supplies oxygenated blood and is crucial for ...

Failing a stress test occurs when you can’t complete it due to exhaustion or other factors. Abnormal results may indicate an underlying condition, such as coronary artery disease or a blockage. A ...

The coronary artery supplies blood to the heart. If calcium builds up in the coronary artery, it can lead to coronary artery disease and increase a person’s risk of a heart attack. Calcium is the most ...

PORTLAND, Ore. — It's a Tuesday afternoon at Portland Fire & Rescue's training center in Northeast Portland. As they work to sharpen their skills, firefighters are engaged and energetic, giving the ...