Arsenic in drinking water may damage the heart
May 7, 2019
Drinking water contaminated with arsenic increases the risk of structural changes to the heart, a new study finds.
Heart Failure News
She wrote goodbye letters to her kids. A transplant kept them from being read.
Apr 9, 2019
It took a North Carolina woman nine years to overcome her pregnancy-related heart failure.
Genetic testing helps family uncover inherited heart condition
Mar 29, 2019
After a series of heart-related problems, a California woman discovered she had inherited the same heart condition that killed her mother and sister.
Two young moms bond over heart failure, transplant experiences
Mar 14, 2019
Sarah Bradley felt alone after being diagnosed with a rare condition that would require a heart transplant. Then she got a social media message from Amanda Gabaldon, who had the same condition.
Little Ruben needed a new heart – and a surgeon willing to take on the complex operation
Mar 11, 2019
Children's Hospital Los Angeles faced one of its most challenging cases: A baby with his heart pointing the wrong way and his plumbing backward.
Irregular sleep could negatively impact heart health
Mar 8, 2019
Night-to-night changes in when people get to sleep and how long they sleep could impact cardiovascular risk, according to a new study.
Living in a green, leafy neighborhood could cut heart attack risk
Mar 5, 2019
Spending your golden years in a place with lots of trees and other greenery can be visually pleasing – and it also might be good for your heart, according to a new study.
Are thrill-seekers with heart conditions playing with danger?
Mar 4, 2019
A serious heart condition often isn't enough to stop some from roller coasters and thrill-seeking activities.
With new heart, mom of four competes in Transplant Games
Feb 21, 2019
A Texas mother almost died after two major heart attacks following childbirth. Then she set out to get strong and achieve her goal of competing in the Transplant Games.
Up-and-coming Texas singer lucky to be alive and still singing the blues
Feb 21, 2019
Texas singer Charley Crockett wrote "How Long Will I Last" about an uncertain love affair, never knowing the title would also apply to his struggle with heart disease.