When we talk about artery blockage, we automatically think of the heart (and heart disease). However, similar to that, ...

Chronic leg pain that eases with rest could signal Peripheral Artery Disease. Dr Kapadia stresses early detection is key to preventing serious complications.

Heart disease is the number one cause of death globally, and yearly, millions of people around the world, are diagnosed with ...

Millions of Americans have peripheral artery disease, a disorder primarily caused by fatty deposits that can narrow arteries and block blood flow to the legs. Often, the first symptom they feel is leg ...

JACKSONVILLE, Florida — Leg pain and leg cramps aren’t always an orthopedic issue: Both can be signs of peripheral artery disease, or PAD, a serious blood-flow issue with implications for the heart.

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Peripheral Artery Disease affects millions in the US. This condition can lead to serious complications. Regular exercise is a key preventive measure. Simple leg workouts like walking, stationary ...

DEKALB COUNTY, Ga. - Outside the Lou Walker Senior Center in South DeKalb County, a group of seniors is getting a quick blood pressure check. The cuffs aren't just wrapped around their arms. They're ...

A new treatment has arrived for a condition that feels like a 'heart attack in the legs', caused by blocked arteries ...

(COLORADO SPRINGS) — On June 6, Mayor Yemi Mobolade shared a post about a recent hospital stay for double pneumonia, and detailed that during his stay, tests also revealed “…a major blockage in my ...

Smoking cigarettes has long been linked to peripheral artery disease (PAD), a condition where the buildup of plaque narrows arteries and limits blood flow to the legs or arms. Now, a new study ...