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Pacemaker: What does it do?

You may not know that your heart has an electrical system that controls its heartbeat, but this system is essential to your health. An abnormal

An Introduction to Stress Test

Stress Test : An Introduction

A stress test is a way of measuring how well your heart functions under physical stress. The heart works harder and faster during exercise, which

Snoring Might indicate Sleep Apnea

Sleep Apnea and High Blood Pressure

Sleep apnea is a serious condition that can lead to a number of problems, including high blood pressure. The board-certified specialists at CVC, Florida, the

Close up on a young woman's hands as she is picking her nails out of anxiety

Anxiety and Heart Diseases

Depression and heart disease have been studied for decades, and it is clear that there is a relationship between them. Depression can worsen heart disease,

A man under stress

Stress and its Effect on Heart

Everyone experiences stress to some degree, but how severe and how often it occurs can take a toll on your physical wellbeing. Stomach aches, headaches, and muscle tension are common responses to stress. 

A stroke represented via a graphical drawing

Stroke: When to call 9-1-1?

When the blood flow to your brain is compromised, it is called a stroke. Time is very important when someone is having a stroke because

A monitor measuring heart beats to check for palpitations

Palpitations: How dangerous are they?

Heart palpitations are a sensation of an abnormally fast, thumping, or irregular heartbeat. They can cause lightheadedness, shortness of breath, and a feeling of being

Doctor Discussing Atrial Fibrillation with patient

How to avoid Atrial Fibrillation

Nearly 3-6 million people in the United States suffer from atrial fibrillation, which is the most common type of heart arrhythmia. AFib or AF, as