To manage stress, seek mental health support, whether that’s from family and friends, or a therapist, says Dr. Naidu.

Smartwatches are great for noticing heart health trends, but a Maryland doctor says users need to understands the technology’s limits and shortfalls and when a visit to your doctor may be needed.

This article was originally featured on The Conversation. Your heart beats around 100,000 times every day. Heart rate is a key marker of cardiovascular activity and an important vital sign. But your ...

Your heart beats around 100,000 times every day. Heart rate is a key marker of cardiovascular activity and an important vital sign. But your pulse is not as steady as a precision clock – nor would you ...

Baseline heart rate variability is a critical predictor of response to transcutaneous auricular vagus nerve stimulation, ...

Over 70 million Americans wear digital activity trackers (DATs) to record their sleep, steps and heart rate. A new study from ...

Depression and anxiety may heighten cardiovascular disease risk through chronic stress pathways in the brain and body.

Most fitness trackers offer a wealth of heart-rate data. Here’s how to make sense of it. By Talya Minsberg If you wear a smartwatch or fitness tracker, you likely already have access to a steady ...

Menopause causes a drop in estrogen, which can lead to changes in heart rate, such as palpitations or fluctuations in heart rhythm. Menopause marks a significant transition in a person’s life, ...