The heart is an amazing organ. It is responsible for pumping oxygen-rich blood throughout the body, and it works tirelessly to keep us alive.
Heart: Structure and Function
Stroke: How to Spot the Signs, Get Treatment, and Survive
A stroke also called a brain stroke or transient ischemic attack is a sudden loss of brain function due to a blockage or bleeds in the brain.
Atherosclerosis: The Silent Killer
Atherosclerosis, also known as "hardening of the arteries," is a serious medical condition in which plaque builds up on the walls of blood vessels.
How to Recognize and Respond to a Heart Attack
A heart attack is also known as myocardial infarction is a medical emergency in which the supply of blood to the heart muscle is interrupted.
Vasa Previa: A Rare but Deadly Fetal Complication
Vasa previa is a rare but potentially fatal condition that can occur during pregnancy when blood vessels in the umbilical cord lie over or near the birth canal.
High Blood Pressure (Hypertension): What You Need to Know
Blood pressure is the force of your blood pushing against the walls of your arteries (blood vessels). When this force is too high, it is called hypertension.
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