The heart is a pump that supplies blood to the rest of the body. Inside are four one-way valves that keep blood moving in the right direction. Sometimes, these valves can get diseased. As severity of disease increases...
High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is one of the most common yet preventable risk factors for heart disease, stroke and kidney failure. Yet many people don’t realize they have high blood pressure, often...
Thanks to advances in technology and technique, diagnosing and treating heart disease have never been more precise and effective. One of the most impactful developments in this field is cardiac catheterization, a...
The aorta is the largest artery in your body, carrying blood from your heart to the rest of your organs. An aortic dissection is a serious, life-threatening condition that happens when the inner layer of this major...
As the seasons change and temperatures fall, our bodies respond in ways we might not always expect. This guide will walk you through common health changes linked to cold weather and show you how to stay healthy and...
Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) occurs when a blood clot (thrombus) forms in one or more of the deep veins in your body, usually in your legs (calf or thigh) or the pelvis. Deep vein thrombosis can cause leg pain or swelling...
A heart condition diagnosis can be life-changing, and the treatment decisions you make can have a lasting impact on your health and quality of life. Your heart is too important to leave questions unanswered, so if...
Life’s emotional ups and downs can have a surprising impact on our health, especially our hearts. If you’ve ever felt like heartbreak or sudden shock left you physically shaken, you’re not alone. Also known as...
Your heart’s valves work like tiny doors, opening and closing with every heartbeat to keep blood flowing in the right direction. But when a valve doesn’t open fully or doesn’t close properly, it can put extra strain on...
In this episode of HEALTH, Yeah!, we explore Stony Brook Medicine’s long-standing partnership with North Suffolk Cardiology and their innovative Intensive Cardiac Rehabilitation (ICR) program. This evidence-based...