Heart Disease: Heart Failure, Heart Attack Risks, Stroke Prevention

What Is Heart Disease?

Heart disease, sometimes called cardiovascular disease, is a term that covers a wide variety of conditions that make it harder for your heart to perform its life-sustaining function. The most common forms of heart disease include coronary artery disease (CAD), congestive heart failure and stroke. Learn about these conditions, as well as ways to keep your ticker strong for a long, healthy life.

Living with Heart Disease

Recognizing Heart Attack Symptoms

The signs can vary. Be prepared by knowing how heart attacks strike.

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Drug Treatments for Heart Disease

Learn about the medications used to control heart disease symptoms.

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Rx for Heart Conditions

Is It Time to See a Cardiologist?

5 Reasons to See a Cardiologist

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Heart Disease Q&As

Dr. Karol E. Watson, MD
Cardiology (Cardiovascular Disease), Internal Medicine
UCLA Health

How does stress affect heart disease in women?

Stress is a known risk factor for developing heart disease in women and for acute heart attacks. Most of the earlier evidence was on severely, acutely stressful events (like earthquakes) but it is now known that . . .

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