Alex Balmes thought it was anxiety causing his symptoms, but it was heart failure at 30. Here's what this young dad wants ...
Alex Balmes' symptoms were uncommon for a 32-year-old—irregular heartbeat, fatigue, shortness of breath, bloating, unexpected weight gain.
Congestive heart failure (CHF), also known as heart failure, is a condition where the heart muscle weakens and can't pump enough blood to meet the body's needs. While the condition is not reversible ...
Heart failure affects millions of Americans, yet many people remain unaware of their risk until symptoms become severe. This progressive condition, where the heart cannot pump blood efficiently, ...
The 5 second leg test is a simple self-check that looks for swelling in the legs or ankles as a possible early warning sign ...
While severe heart conditions are often linked to older age or sudden medical emergencies, our hearts frequently provide subtle warnings long before serious issues develop. In the demands of everyday ...
The heart works tirelessly throughout life, pumping approximately 2,000 gallons of blood daily through a complex network of vessels that nourish every cell in the body. When this vital organ begins to ...
While most people won't notice symptoms of the 'silent killer' until it is too late, there are still some signs to watch out for ...
The Silent Symptom That Could Be a Sign of Heart Trouble originally appeared on Parade. Heart disease is the leading cause of death among U.S. adults, a distinction it's held for a century. Yet, ...
Heart attack and heart failure are two distinct but often confused cardiovascular conditions. A heart attack occurs suddenly when blood flow to part of the heart muscle is blocked, causing tissue ...
Nearly everyone who experiences a cardiovascular event — heart attacks, heart failure and strokes — exhibits at least one modifiable risk factor beforehand, new research shows. The study refutes the ...
For decades, heart disease has been the leading cause of death for both men and women; yet women face a higher risk of death ...