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Learn the truth behind common misconceptions about heart rhythm disorders, such as caffeine’s role and exercise risks. Understand the facts to manage heart rhythm disorders effectively.

Women’s heart disease symptoms and treatment responses can differ from men’s. Learn more about gender differences in heart disease.

Eating a variety of colorful fruits and vegetables provides essential nutrients for heart health. Choose what you love, and keep your meals exciting and nutritious.

Learn what to expect when getting a defibrillator, from the conditions it treats to the procedure, recovery, and living with an ICD.

Understanding the link between chronic inflammation and heart disease can help patients better manage their long-term health.

Your thyroid plays a crucial role in regulating several functions in your body, including metabolism, energy levels, and even your heart. Both hyperthyroidism (an overactive thyroid) and hypothyroidism (an underactive thyroid) can have significant effects on heart health, particularly when it comes to heart rhythm disorders. Understanding the connection between thyroid health and heart rhythm […]

Coronary artery bypass surgery is one of the most common types of heart surgeries performed to improve blood flow to the heart. When the coronary arteries become blocked or narrowed due to plaque buildup — a condition known as coronary artery disease (CAD) — the heart may not receive the oxygen-rich blood it needs to function properly.  For many […]

When your heart’s chambers don’t beat in unison, it can affect how efficiently your heart pumps blood. For some people, this leads to heart failure or worsening symptoms of an already weakened heart. That’s where a CRT pacemaker comes in. What is a CRT pacemaker? A CRT pacemaker, also known as cardiac resynchronization therapy, helps […]

Atrial Fibrillation (AFib) is a common heart condition that affects millions of people, but its symptoms can sometimes go unnoticed or be mistaken for other conditions.

Atrial Fibrillation (AFib) is a common heart condition that affects millions of people, but its symptoms can sometimes go unnoticed or be mistaken for other conditions.

Discover key strategies for managing heart failure, including medication, diet, exercise, and more, plus learn how the OHH Heart Failure Center provides specialized care and advanced treatments.

When choosing a cardiac rehab program, focus on accreditation, personalized care, a multidisciplinary team, accessibility, and ongoing support.

A strong social support system dramatically improves healing outcomes for cardiac patients. These three options can help patients enhance their social supports.

Dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM) is a condition where heart chambers enlarge and weaken, reducing their ability to pump blood effectively. It often starts in the left ventricle and impacts overall heart function.

Varicose vein stripping is a minor surgery to treat bulging, painful veins. It is often performed on an outpatient basis. Here’s what to expect.

Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation lasts less than seven days and can return to a normal rhythm on its own, while persistent AFib lasts longer and requires treatment to restore a normal rhythm. 

In diagnosing heart valve disease, physicians may use a combination of health history, physical exam, and diagnostic testing. These tests could include an echocardiogram, MRI, stress test, or angiogram.

Heart valve disease can have several different causes, including congenital problems, age-related issues, and disease caused by other conditions, illnesses, or injury.

Vein disease encompasses varicose veins, deep vein disease, and venous insufficiency. There are both surgical and nonsurgical treatments for vein disease.

Symptoms of heart rhythm disorders can include heart palpitations, rapid heartbeat, dizziness, fatigue, and shortness of breath. Talk to your doctor if experiencing these symptoms.