Atrial fibrillation, or A-fib, is an irregular heart rhythm that increases a person's risk of stroke, heart failure and even premature death. While many risk factors contribute to A-fib, one stands ...

Dr. Paul Friedman answers the question: 'Doctors For Abnormal Heart Rhythm?' — -- Question: What kinds of doctors deal with abnormal heart rhythms? Answer :Our hearts depend on electrical signals ...

Apple watches have some advantages over traditional ways of diagnosing cardiac arrythmias in children but need more validation, finds a new study. Smartwatches can help physicians detect and diagnose ...

Silent Arrhythmias: Undiagnosed rhythm disorders are increasingly being detected in a large number of younger adults during routine check-ups. Top Mumbai-based cardiologists say early screening and ...

CINCINNATI (WKRC) - Cardiologists are warning everyone that heart problems might not seem like heart problems at all. If you've been feeling anxious or extra tired lately, it might not be a mental ...

According to recent research, an irregular sleep rhythm is associated with poorer cardiovascular health in middle-aged people. Inconsistent bedtimes appear to particularly increase waist circumference ...

Years of high-intensity exercise may come with an unexpected heart risk for male endurance athletes over the age of 50, according to new research from the University of Leeds. The study, published ...

Smartwatches can help physicians detect and diagnose irregular heart rhythms in children, according to a new study from the Stanford School of Medicine. The finding comes from a survey of electronic ...

(The Conversation is an independent and nonprofit source of news, analysis and commentary from academic experts.) Arvind Sridhar, University of Illinois Chicago (THE CONVERSATION) Atrial fibrillation, ...