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Vascular diseases, including aneurysms, arterial blockages, and deep vein thrombosis, can be life-threatening if untreated.

His chemotherapy treatment was delayed as doctors attempted to figure out the cause of his pain, an Illinois attorney says.

Metastatic breast cancer can come with many physical changes that can be noticeable and impact daily functioning, but there ...

As health officials report a surge of winter viruses, health experts are warning that heart disease symptoms can sometimes ...

Additionally, "the seats over the airplane wing tend to offer the smoothest ride with the least amount of turbulence," ultimately reducing your chances of nausea due to motion sickness — because, as ...

A 41-year-old man was evaluated for swelling in the ankles and syncope. CT of the chest showed bilateral mediastinal and ...

Around 7.6 million people in the UK live with heart disease or a circulatory condition, according to leading heart health ...

He injured his sternum in round one against Cronulla and required a needle before each game for the next 11 rounds, only to find the excruciating pain too much following the Indigenous Round clash ...

With a recent surge in influenza, COVID-19, norovirus, respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), and other respiratory viruses, it's critical to pay close attention to your heart and symptoms—especially if ...

Experiencing tightness, pain, or pressure in your chest may indicate an underlying heart issue. It’s important to get it checked out early Struggling to breathe during routine activities or ...