Coronary artery calcium scans can offer a more precise estimate of a patient’s chances for major cardiac events. Some cardiologists say it remains underused. By Paula Span A long list of Lynda ...

Most people know not to ignore chest pain, the most common symptom of a heart attack. But the warning signs can be much less obvious — especially in women, cardiologists warn. Dismissing them can ...

A new study, released Monday, shows most people who suffer heart attacks or strokes have at least one of four major cardiovascular risk factors beforehand.

There’s a temporary condition whose symptoms resemble a heart attack. Find out the key differences between this and an actual heart attack.