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Texas Man Saves Wife's Life with CPR He Learned for Co-Workers

Eight months after taking a CPR course, John Lowe used his training to revive his wife Angie when her heart stopped.

Millions Unaware of Non-Cardiac Heart Risks

Diabetes and kidney disease are major risk factors for heart disease, yet many cases are undiagnosed.

Heart Valve Disease Expected to Double by 2040

Early diagnosis can save lives, but many are unaware of their risk

San Angelo Go Red for Women event spotlights heart disease across genders

The American Heart Association's annual campaign highlights stories of both men and women affected by cardiovascular events.

McKinney, Texas Boosts Cardiac Survival Rates from 10% to 47%

City's fire and police departments partner with citizens to improve emergency response and access to defibrillators.

Ennis Retired School Personnel Learn About Heart Health

Group also collects donations for local charity Ennis CARES

San Antonio Doctor Shares Heart Attack Story During American Heart Month

Orthopedic surgeon Dr. Eloy Ochoa urges others to be proactive about heart health after his own cardiac event.

Dallas Woman Overcomes 7 Heart Surgeries, Now Works with Care Team

Erin Hunter-McPhan, who underwent multiple heart procedures as a child, is now employed at the hospital that saved her life.

What is atrial fibrillation and how is it treated?

A-fib is a quivering or irregular heartbeat that can lead to blood clots, stroke and heart failure.

Merck's Enlicitide Shows Dramatic 60% LDL Reduction in Late-Stage Trial

New oral PCSK9 inhibitor medication could transform cholesterol management for high-risk patients.

First Comprehensive Heart Failure Center certified in U.A.E.

Sheikh Tahnoon Bin Mohammed Medical City becomes the first hospital in the region to earn this prestigious certification from the American Heart Association.

What is Atrial Fibrillation and How is it Treated?

Experts say treatments for the common heart condition are improving, even as diagnoses rise.

University Health Cardiologist Discusses Future of Heart Care in San Antonio

Dr. Anand Prasad shares insights on advancing cardiovascular health in the community.

Blood Test May Predict Heart Disease Better Than LDL Cholesterol

A growing number of doctors say the apoB test provides a more comprehensive assessment of cholesterol-related heart disease risk.