Shared decision-making between clinicians and athletes of all ages who have cardiovascular abnormalities and want to participate in competitive sports is essential, according to a new joint scientific ...

Scientists at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai and collaborators have identified novel genetic interactions that may contribute to congenital heart disease (CHD), a common birth defect.

Ever wonder why some people seem to pack on muscle effortlessly while others spend months in the gym with little show for it?

A new study demonstrates life-saving benefits of consistent exercise. People who can exercise sufficiently on a treadmill during cardiac stress testing have a lower mortality risk regardless of their ...

New research links plastic takeout containers to a higher risk of developing heart disease. Here's what could be behind this, ...

Recent research suggests that select athletes with cardiovascular abnormalities may be able to safely participate in ...