Heart problems are common among older people. According to recent research, older people with an offbeat heart may also have thinking problems.

Young people that suffer from obesity may think they are healthy enough. But their obesity is putting them at risk for diseases usually found in older people.

Follow-up care after an implanted heart device, such as a pacemaker, is recommended for optimal care. Though the number receiving follow-up appointments is low, research shows significant strides have been made in recent years.

Implanted heart devices have generally fared well in studies. But does that mean it will give everyday Joes a heart boost and added longevity? The latest findings suggest they do.

For those with atrial fibrillation, a regular mild exercise program can improve their overall health and well-being. It can also decrease the likelihood of some at-risk populations developing this condition.

An overactive thyroid may affect more than the body's metabolism. It also appears to be associated with a small increased risk of developing a common heart arrhythmia called atrial fibrillation.

Adults with implanted heart rhythm devices commonly experience lower quality of life. But when it comes to children, little is known about how it impacts life quality.

A little flutter in your heart now and then is nothing to see a doctor about, right? Not necessarily. An irregular heartbeat might be a sign of other heart-related risk factors.

It's not uncommon to be prescribed a blood thinner if you have atrial fibrillation. But blood thinners carry their own set of risks, including the possibility of hemorrhage.

Fish oil supplements are thought to offer various health benefits. But can they reduce the risk of a common complication after heart surgery?