Heart failure is a common but serious health problem that affects millions of people around the world. Even though the name ...

A "cardiac cough" can happen if heart failure causes fluid buildup in the lungs. A wet, persistent cough with pink or frothy mucus may mean heart failure is getting worse. Call your doctor if you have ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Heart attacks are scary, and they happen way too often—the CDC estimates that someone has a heart attack ...

Most people think of chest pain when they hear about heart disease. Others may think of shortness of breath or a racing heartbeat. However, many people do not realize that an ongoing cough can also be ...

Share on Pinterest For weeks, Son Vang (center) thought his persistent cough was a lingering flu symptom. Then, a chest x-ray revealed he was experiencing heart failure. Image Provided by Son Vang ...