Mark Padley (pictured above) spent years as a firefighter, putting his life on the line to save others from fires. However, in...

Having chest pain can be worrisome. You might feel sensations of burning, pressure, crushing or fullness, or you may experience a general...

Having always been drawn to the health sciences and human physiology, Ayyash Melhem, MD, FACC, FSCAI, an interventional cardiologist at Mercy Health...

Foods that are high in potassium can reduce excessive sodium levels and lessen tension in blood vessel walls. But is potassium good...

There’s nothing David Wiegand loves more than hearing, “tag, you’re it!” from his granddaughter. Running around after his grandkids is among the...

Curious if chocolate is healthy for your heart? You aren’t alone. Americans spend an average of $22 billion on chocolate each year....

Roses are red. Violets are blue. February isn’t only for Valentine’s Day: it’s Heart Health Month, too! According to the American Heart...

Do you love your morning cup of coffee but fear that it could be harmful to your heart health? If so, you’re...

You don’t need to steer clear of fat — in fact, there are certain types of fats, often referred to as “heart-healthy...

“Cardiac rehabilitation has the potential to change your heart’s future,” Tori Kluck (pictured above, left), an exercise physiologist at Mercy Health —...