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Sometimes your situation makes it impossible to come for an in-person cardiology appointment. In non-emergency cases, telehealth appointments let you consult with your cardiologist, get answers to questions, and change prescriptions. Here’s how.

If you’re at risk for heart failure due to your personal or family history, memorize the mnemonic “FACES.” This simple formula lets you and your loved ones know when an attack may be imminent. Here’s what it means, and why it matters.

You’re not in the flush of new love. You’re not about to make a big presentation at work. So why does your heart skip a beat? And why does it flutter at night? You’re in, nearing, or post-menopause. Are heart palpitations normal at this life stage?

Heart disease is the number-one killer in the United States, and the number-one killer of men. You don’t want to wait until you’re clutching your arm in the middle of a heart attack to get help: That may be too late. Take care of your heart today.

If you have venous veins, travel can be extra challenging and stressful. When you’re confined to small spaces — whether on a plane or in a car — your circulation can slow and put you at risk for clots. Here’s how to stay healthy on long hauls.

Hypertension — also called high blood pressure — raises your risk for heart attack and stroke. As part of Hypertension Awareness Month, find ways to monitor your blood pressure and lower it, too. Here are seven life hacks to help you do that.