Dr. Naccarelli answers the question: 'Heart Rhythm Meds Causing More Danger?' — -- Question: I have heard that the heart rhythm medicine that I am taking to keep my heart out of an abnormal heart ...

Dr. Richard Page answers the question: 'What Causes Defibrillator To Fire?' — -- Question: What kind of heart rhythm problems will cause my defibrillator to fire? Answer: Your defibrillator is ...

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 ...

A new study from Mass General Brigham researchers reveals that heart rate complexity could serve as an early indicator of cognitive decline in older adults. The research, published in the Journal of ...

Recurrent arrhythmia, where irregular heart rhythms return even after treatment, can present challenges and increase the risk of complications, but can be managed with a cardiologist’s help and ...

Smartwatches and wearable heart monitors can help detect issues such as irregular heart rhythms. But they also have limits and do not replace a diagnosis.

Tachycardia and bradycardia are two types of irregular heart rates. Tachycardia is when the heart beats faster than 100 beats per minute. Bradycardia is when the heart beats slower than 60 beats per ...

Your heart has been doing its job faithfully for years, beating steadily in the background while you go about your daily life. Then suddenly, you become acutely aware of every beat as it seems to ...

Weight management is beneficial to heart health, but losing weight too quickly may cause cardiac problems, such as arrhythmias. Researchers are still trying to learn more. Weight loss is a common ...

Most of the best Fitbit trackers and Google Pixel Watch models feature accurate heart rate monitors. These little sensors provide valuable insight into our ticker’s rhythm when resting or on the go, ...