Bradycardia is slow heart rate. You suffer from this condition when your heart beats lower than the normal rate, or less than 60 beats per minute.  The causes of this condition vary from person to person and their physical condition. Elderly people are at higher risk of developing this condition.  Generally, your heart beats between 60 to […]

The heart is one of the organs in your body that responds to everything you do and feel. However, the heart is also susceptible to many health conditions. According to the World Health Organization, cardiovascular diseases are the leading cause of death in both sexes all across the globe. Even the beating of the heart can […]

For the most part, your heart beat and pulse rate run a steady pace. However, there are situations where it feels that your heart or pulse rate might be too fast. Should you be worried about this? What are the causes of a very fast pulse rate? Rapid Heartbeat while Lying Down: Symptoms and Causes What are […]

Being informed about the normal pulse and heart rate in adults is important when it comes to a person’s health. This is because having a normal heart rate means that the heart is pumping properly and without any problems. But what should a person’s normal heart rate be? And does having a very high or […]

Have you ever experienced a more rapid heartbeat while lying down? Heart palpitations are quite common, and every person might experience it every once in a while. Although these sensations may come and go, it can be worrying to feel your heart racing when at rest, particularly when lying down at nighttime. Let’s find out why […]

For most healthy adults, the normal heart rate is around 60 to 100 beats per minute. Any irregularity, such as the heart rate being too fast or slow, is called arrhythmia or heart palpitations. It can be an indicator of a serious condition itself. If left alone, it can lead to more serious conditions, even […]

Heart arrhythmia is defined as an abnormal heartbeat, where the heart may beat too fast or too slow. These can be harmless in some situations. But for people suffering from a weak or damaged heart, this can develop into a more serious condition or even result in death. This is why it is important to […]

Have you ever felt your heart fluttering, pounding or beating irregularly without any particular reason? You might have experienced what’s called heart palpitations. Heart palpitations might seem scary, but for the most part they are pretty harmless. However, it’s also important to know when to worry about heart palpitations, as there are situations when they can […]

The human heart works like a machine that is in charge of pumping blood and nutrients throughout the body. And just like a machine, when its processes are disrupted, profound changes can be felt. This includes a change in your heart’s rhythm, which may cause heart arrhythmia. There are various causes and risk factors of heart […]

Based on a national survey by the Department of Health, 2% of Filipinos above 70 years of age die from heart arrhythmias or irregular heart beats. But what exactly are heart arrythmias? What are the types of heart arrythmias? And also, how are they treated? Heart arrythmias are caused by pre-existing conditions such as coronary heart […]