Heart

Heart disease is a word used to describe many different conditions affecting the heart. Coronary heart disease is a common type of heart disease. This condition results from a buildup of plaque on the inside of the arteries, which reduces blood flow to the heart and increases the risk of a heart attack and other heart complications.

If you're like most people, you think that heart disease is a problem for others. But heart disease is the number one killer in the U.S. It is also a major cause of disability. There are many different forms of heart disease.

Cardiovascular disease includes a number of conditions affecting the structures or function of the heart.

There are many types of heart disease. Here's where to get quick facts on each one -- including warning signs and symptoms.

Millions of people experience irregular heartbeats, called arrhythmias, at some point in their lives. Most of the time, they are harmless and happen in healthy people free of heart disease. However, some abnormal heart rhythms can be serious or even deadly. Having other types of heart disease can also increase the risk of arrhythmias. Heart dieases and disorders, or arrhythmias, can be electrical, circulatory, or structural in origin.

Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is a class of diseases that involve the heart or blood vessels.

The American Heart Association explains various heart conditions, the causes, symptoms, prevention, diagnosis and treatment of heart disease, and gives tools and resources for patients with cardiovascular conditions.

What is heart disease? The American Heart Association explains the various types of heart disease, also called coronary artery disease and coronary heart disease.

Heart disease - Comprehensive overview covers symptoms, causes, treatments and prevention of heart disease.

Learn about heart disease symptoms, risk factors and prevention, as well as information on heart attack, heart failure, and heart health.

Heart Diseases - MedlinePlus - Cardiac Diseases

World Heart Federation different heart diseases

Angina is pain or discomfort you feel when your heart does not receive enough oxygen. It is usually a symptom of a heart problem known as coronary heart disease.

Find information about what may have caused your heart attack.

Learn more about heart failure and how making lifestyle changes may help you manage it.