Heart disease is often associated with the heart and arteries, but its effects extend far beyond the cardiovascular system.

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ANSWER: A stress test and a CT calcium score are both ways of evaluating a person for blockages in the arteries of the heart.

In the ‘80s, researchers set out to test a medication called sildenafil citrate for treating high blood pressure and angina ...

Hypertension, or persistently high blood pressure, is a widespread health condition affecting over a billion individuals ...

Cold weather can pack a serious punch for vulnerable populations. Cardiologists in the Triangle are warning North Carolinians of the increased risk of heart attacks during cooler months. Cardiologist ...

Carrying excess weight places significant strain on the cardiovascular system, increasing risks of life-threatening conditions like stroke and heart attack.