Excess weight is more than just an aesthetic concern—it has a direct impact on the health of the heart and blood vessels. Cardiologists have long recognized that the higher a... Read More

Hyperglycemia is a condition in which blood glucose (sugar) levels become higher than normal. It is most commonly associated with diabetes, but it can also occur in people without diabetes... Read More

An echocardiogram, or heart ultrasound, is a safe, noninvasive imaging test that allows doctors to evaluate the structure and function of the heart and major blood vessels. The procedure uses sound... Read More