New research published in the journal Mayo Clinic Proceedings has shown that patients who can complete a workout on a treadmill during a cardiac stress test have much lower mortality risk than those ...

A cardiac stress test shows how your heart works during physical activity. Vienybe/Dreamstime/TNS Heart health is an essential part of your overall health and well-being. Your primary care provider ...

When Krishna Patel, MD, ordered a cardiac stress test for an 80-year-old patient, she did not expect how the move — the standard of care for patients with elevated coronary artery calcium — would ...

A stress test can help doctors diagnose certain heart conditions, but it’s a good idea to consider ages when deciding who might undergo this exercise-based screening. Share on Pinterest FG Trade/Getty ...

Dr. James Stein answers the question: 'Role Of Ultrasound Stress Testing?' — -- Question: What is the role of ultrasound stress testing? Answer: One of the mainstays of evaluating and managing ...

Think heart attacks come from major blockages? A cardiologist says the real danger lies in tiny, unstable plaques that stay silent until they suddenly rupture.

Understanding Heart Disease Risks Heart disease has emerged as a significant global health issue, often presenting no ...

In TODAY.com's Expert Tip of the Day, a cardiologist reveals a major life event that can unmask a woman's heart problems, ...

Snow shoveling creates hidden heart strain similar to cardiac stress tests. Learn safer techniques and warning signs to ...