In mice, blocking heart-to-brain signals improved healing after a heart attack, hinting at new targets for cardiac therapy.

Researchers discovered a feedback loop between nerve cells, the immune system and the heart. They think it shows promise as a target for future therapies.

Diet, exercise, sleep, and other factors can contribute to better heart health and lower heart disease risk. Learn how small changes can amount to big rewards.

A newly discovered collection of neurons suggests the brain and heart communicate to trigger a neuroimmune response after a heart attack, which may pave the way for new therapies

Deaths from heart disease and stroke are declining, but still kill more Americans than any other cause, according to new data from the American Heart Association (AHA). Rising obesity rates, diabetes,

University of California San Diego-led team has discovered that restoring a key cardiac protein called connexin‑43 in a mouse model can dramatically improve heart function and extend survival in several inherited forms of arrhythmogenic cardiomyopathy (ACM).

A new report points to a decline in heart disease and stroke deaths, but cardiovascular disease remains the top cause of death in the U.S. Lifestyle changes could delay or prevent about 70% of cases.

Students at Blessed Sacrament School in West Brighton participated in “Jump Rope for Heart” on Tuesday, Jan. 26, to raise money for the American Heart Association through their gym classes. The commendable effort is part of part of Catholic Schools Week celebrations.