A process called hardening of the arteries, or atherosclerosis, can cause heart disease, a heart attack, or a stroke. Atherosclerosis Atherosclerosis causes fatty deposits called plaque (pronounced “plak”) to build up inside blood vessels called arteries. Arteries carry oxygen-rich blood […]
If you have symptoms such as discomfort in your chest, shortness of breath, or irregular heartbeats, we may schedule heart tests to find out if you are at risk for a heart problem, and what treatment you may need. Even […]
Blood pressure is a measure of how hard the blood pushes against the walls of your arteries as it moves through your body. Your blood pressure naturally goes up and down throughout the day. But if your blood pressure stays […]