Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States, and doctors suggest you might benefit from monitoring your ...

Fetal echocardiograms can also be performed for screening purposes if doctors identify risk factors. It’s “incredibly important” to detect congenital heart defects before birth, Mowers said.

A doctor has warned of four common habits that could be “destroying your heart”. The expert urged people to avoid these behaviours to lower their risk of a potentially deadly cardiovascular event.

Tyler Lockett, the Seahawks and VMFH are raising heart health awareness this month and throughout the year. Sponsored by Virginia Mason Franciscan Health.