Doctors often check this rhythm using a test called an ECG, which shows the electrical signals in the heart. If these signals are off, it means there might be a heart problem. Sometimes, people are ...

NHS patients can now self-monitor their heart health at home with the new Philips ePatch, a do-it-yourself device designed to streamline the diagnosis of heart rhythm issues. Unlike traditional ...

Following injury from a heart attack, immune cells called neutrophils release a peptide that punctures stressed heart cells ...

An irregular heartbeat can lead to dizzy spells, light-headedness or even fainting. These SOS signals may seem random or ...

Matters of the heart are truly sensitive, especially when its electrical system is disrupted. This is also called an arrhythmia, which occurs when there is a problem with the rate or rhythm of your ...

Copenhagen University Hospital research finds that increasing potassium levels significantly lowers death risk and heart ...