Aug 13, 2024 · Symptoms Heart disease symptoms depend on the type of heart disease. Symptoms of heart disease in the blood vessels Coronary artery disease is a common heart condition that affects …

Jun 25, 2025 · Oxygen-poor blood from the body enters your heart through two large veins called the superior and inferior vena cava. The blood enters the heart's right atrium and is pumped to your right …

Feb 21, 2024 · Overview Cardiomyopathy (kahr-dee-o-my-OP-uh-thee) is a disease of the heart muscle. It causes the heart to have a harder time pumping blood to the rest of the body, which can lead to …

Dec 27, 2024 · Your risk of coronary heart disease increases based on the number of risk factors you have and how serious they are. Some risk factors — such as high blood pressure and unhealthy …

Oct 3, 2025 · Atrial fibrillation (AFib) is a heart rhythm disorder. In a typical heart, a group of cells called the sinus node sends electrical signals that start each heartbeat. The signals go across the upper …

Mar 24, 2022 · When done regularly, moderate- and vigorous-intensity physical activity strengthens your heart muscle. This improves your heart's ability to pump blood to your lungs and throughout your …

Jan 10, 2025 · The DASH eating plan, also known as the DASH diet, is a flexible and balanced eating plan that helps create a heart-healthy eating pattern for life. Learn more about the health benefits of …

Heart-Healthy Eating Plan What you eat makes a diference to your heart. A heart-healthy eating plan emphasizes vegetables, fruits, and whole grains, includes fat-free or low-fat dairy products, and limits …

Jan 21, 2025 · Heart failure occurs when the heart muscle doesn't pump blood as well as it should. Blood often backs up and causes fluid to build up in the lungs and in the legs. The fluid buildup can …

Mar 24, 2022 · What causes a heart attack? The most common cause of a heart attack is coronary artery disease, which is the most common type of heart disease. This is when your coronary arteries …