For those who want to verify guideline definitions, numerical values, and recommendations through 100 questions in ...

Elizabeth Cooney became STAT’s cardiovascular reporter in April with one fundamental question in mind: Why do we have so much cardiovascular and metabolic disease, and how can we do better? Liz covers ...

The adult human heart is a reliable, resilient engine fueling our everyday lives while also being responsive enough to supercharge a Usain Bolt sprint or sustain a three-week bike race in the French ...

Senior male patient with ECG sensor on his chest in clinic. Elderly male with face mask getting his cardiac stress test in cardiology clinic. COVID-19 induces a range of negative cardiac effects, such ...

With every pump of our heart, blood courses through our arteries and veins, carrying oxygen and nutrients through our body. But as we age, blood vessels can stiffen, blockages can build up, and the ...

Coronary arteries are a vital part of the human heart, providing it with oxygen-rich blood so that it can work. By comparing the hearts of mammals, birds, reptiles, fish and frogs, a ...

COVID-19 first appeared as a respiratory illness, infecting millions and causing a global pandemic. It has since become clear that COVID-19 has a broader impacts than initially thought, with the ...

Share on Pinterest Cardiovascular and metabolic health are intrinsically linked, with diabetes and kidney disease as major risk factors for heart disease. PER Images/Stocksy A new report suggests that ...

DALLAS, July 1, 2026 — As summer heat intensifies across the U.S., the American Heart Association is warning that soaring temperatures don’t just make people uncomfortable — they can put serious ...

COVID-19 is a respiratory disease. Yet, from the earliest days of the pandemic, the cardiovascular risks associated with SARS-CoV-2 infection were clear: individuals with severe cases of COVID-19 ...