Dr. Ashesh Buch, an interventional cardiologist at Chesapeake Regional Medical Center, led the development of introducing a coronary microvascular dysfunction testing program to the region.

A novel, minimally invasive computer software-based method that uses artificial intelligence to determine whether plaques in a coronary artery are restricting blood flow to the patient's heart ...

Blood pressure is one of the most common health checks in the world. Many people have had their blood pressure measured at a ...

Research is identifying alternative methods to the polygraph, but some doubt whether true lie detection is possible.

A diagnosis for sleep apnea, a condition that causes breathing to temporarily stop and restart while a person is sleeping, ...

Lindsey DeSoto, RD, is a nutrition writer, medical reviewer, and registered dietitian who helps clients improve their diet for health-related reasons. Her writing covers a variety of topics, including ...

If you get a high reading at the doctor's office, it may not be definitive. Here's what to know about your risk — and testing ...

Abstract: Blood pressure (BP) is one of the four vital signs that offer crucial medical insights into cardiovascular activity. High BP is associated with an increased risk of diseases such as heart ...

Stress can raise blood pressure and put your heart health at risk. Chronic stress is related to higher blood pressure and heart disease. Managing stress can help maintain both mental and physical ...

Creatine supplements may slightly affect blood pressure, but research is mixed—some studies show small reductions, while others find no change or slight increases. Healthy adults typically tolerate ...