If you've ever felt your heart suddenly start thumping faster than it should, you're not alone. Research in the New England ...

Most of the time, you're probably not paying any attention to your heartbeat. Sure, you know that your heart is constantly pumping blood throughout your body. You may even track heart rate, along with ...

Ever had that moment where it feels like your heart skips a beat? This might occur after a stressful day, a burst of exciting news, meeting someone new or even drinking your morning coffee. And ...

Most of us have had that unsettling sensation when our heart seems to flutter or "skip" a beat — but when heart palpitations start happening more frequently, you may wonder if it’s something to get ...

This article was reviewed by Craig Primack, MD, FACP, FAAP, FOMA. Heart palpitations after eating? You’re not alone. These brief episodes of heart racing, pounding, or fluttering can happen for ...

It’s normal to experience occasional heart palpitations due to stress, exercise, and excessive caffeine or stimulants. Write down what you were doing before your heart started racing. This record can ...

Dr. Hugh Calkins answers the question: 'Atrial Fibrillation vs. Atrial Flutter?' — -- Question: My doctor told me I sometimes have atrial fibrillation and at other times have atrial flutter. What ...

Heart disease is still one of the top killers worldwide, but many don't pay attention to some early warning signs. Doctors ...

Oprah Winfrey opened up about the difficulties of getting clear, helpful information about and treatment for menopause—even for hugely famous people with access to world-class medical care—in a ...