Tag: heart

Energy drinks are growing in popularity as an alternative pick-me-up to coffee, but are they safe for your heart? Not when consumed frequently or in large quantities, says cardiac electrophysiologist ...

Heroic individuals’ lifesaving generosity is in the spotlight as University of Rochester Medicine expanded the Gifts of Life Honor Wall at Strong Memorial Hospital. Last year nearly 250 people ...

Learn how to lower cholesterol with diet, exercise, and expert-backed treatments. URochester Medicine Cardiologist explains LDL vs. HDL, causes of high cholesterol, and when medication may be needed.

A panic attack can feel like a heart attack. Learn the key differences, shared symptoms, and when to seek emergency care for chest pain and shortness of breath.

Each morning John Lefrois is “grateful to open my eyes and take a breath. It’s a daily reminder that I’m lucky to be alive.” LeFrois and nearly 400 others have received new hearts, thanks to generous ...

Taking a daily aspirin was long touted as a simple way to stave off a heart attack or stroke, but recent evidence suggests that the risks of daily aspirin outweigh the benefits for people over 60 and ...

Congenital heart defects (CHDs) are the most common type of birth defect. While most are minor and can be detected early, knowing what's normal—and what needs evaluation—can help parents act quickly ...

“I thought someone had a heart attack and maybe needed CPR. I came to the scene to find a girl had been struck by lightning. Another person had started pressing on her chest…he said he really didn’t ...

Females are typically underrepresented in clinical heart research, but a recent study enrolled enough females to reveal that males with heart failure were twice as likely to die or experience heart ...

UR Medicine and the American Heart Association teach hands-only cardiopulmonary (CPR) skills to fans during Buffalo Bills Training Camp July 23 through August 7 at St. John Fisher University. The ...