Structural heart disease

Heart health

How to protect your heart in the heat

Discover 6 essential ways to stay safe, hydrated and heart-healthy this summer from our cardiovascular expert

Heart health

Understanding Women's Heart Health: Unique risks, symptoms and prevention strategies

Explore how women's heart health risks differ from men's

Blood Pressure Basics: Why it matters & how to keep it in check

Lets break down blood pressure readings and their importance in preventing heart disease

Heart health

8 heart-healthy superfoods to boost cardiovascular wellness

Dive into our list of accessible and nutrient-rich foods that promote cardiovascular health

Heart health

Wearable heart health technology is revolutionizing cardiovascular monitoring

Learn about the latest advancements in heart health tracking and how devices like smartwatches and heart rate monitors can help you stay informed and active

Heart health

Big Timber teen excited for college after undergoing heart surgery

Weston, a high-achieving teenager aiming for a veterinary career, was unexpectedly told he needed urgent heart surgery after his annual check-up revealed signs of heart strain

Heart health

Not skipping a beat: Physician and patient partner in health for cardiology care

Discover how Ambyr Spencer, a clinical operations manager at Primary Children’s Hospital, navigated her own health crisis with the support of Intermountain Health’s cardiology team

Heart Disease: Know The Facts

Find out what you can do to prevent heart attacks and heart disease.

Patient Credits Intermountain Health Cardiologists: 'They Gave Me My Life Back'

An alternative to open-heart surgery helped Ken Criter resume normal activities within two weeks.

How Spirituality Can Improve Heart Health For Patients

Several studies indicate spirituality is related to psychological well-being and can be managed by health-related behaviors.

Top 10 Myths about Heart Health

Tacking misinformation around cardiovascular topics isn't for the faint of heart.

Can emotional heartbreak impact heart health?

Learn how mental distress can trigger the physical effects of heart disease.

Better Heart Health Means More Birthdays... and That's a Good Thing

There's a sort-of consensus out there that once you hit a certain age, you don't really look forward to your birthdays. Especially when you hit 40, 50, 60 or higher. David Larsen, one of the firefighters competing in the 2014 My Heart Challenge, celebrated his 40th birthday this past week

Be active: Prevent heart disease

Being physically active is an important component to preventing heart disease, the nation's No. 1 killer.  To improve overall cardiovascular health, we suggest at least 150 minutes per week of moderate exercise.

"Tin Man" Finally Gets His Heart

Doctors keep West Jordan father alive using a total artificial heart until a donor heart became available.

Arizona Man Has New Lease on Life Thanks to SynCardia Total Artificial Heart

Andrew Weaver and his wife, Heather, feared he wouldn’t see their daughter, Haley, grow up because he was dying of heart failure. Instead, Andrew gets to cherish family moments that he would have missed, thanks to the SynCardia temporary Total Artificial Heart

An Innovative Heart Procedure for Linda

Intermountain specialists have pioneered leading-edge heart advances for decades, benefitting patients like Linda Smith, one of the first recipients of a new-generation aortic valve replacement.

AHA16: An Opportunity for the World's Top Heart Researchers to Collaborate

The American Heart Association's 2016 Scientific Sessions in New Orleans will bring together science, technology and networking opportunities for heart clinicians and researchers from around the world.

Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm

Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm

Achieving a Heart-Healthy Diet

Interesting in eating a more heart-healthy diet? Here's how to get started.

A Pinch of Salt or Less

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), “about 90% of Americans eat more sodium than is recommended for a healthy diet. Too much sodium increases a person’s risk for high blood pressure. High blood pressure often leads to heart disease and stroke.”

A Healthy Heart Starts With An Active Lifestyle

Every year about 700,000 Americans have a heart attack, according to the Centers for Disease Control. A heart attack can happen to anyone at  anytime. However, many people think it’ll never happen to them. The data suggests otherwise. 

A Decade of Improving Heart Health

The 100-Day Heart Challenge program has been going strong at Utah Valley Hospital over the last decade. And though the program itself has evolved over the years, the results have proven that changing your lifestyle is the best way to improve your health.

7 Ways to Show Your Love for Your Heart

Heart disease is the number 1 killer in the United States. However, most of these deaths are preventable by following a few simple tips from the Intermountain Medical Center Heart Institute in Murray and the American Heart Association.

7 simple steps for a healthier life – and heart

The American Heart Association has defined ideal cardiovascular health based on seven risk factors (Life's Simple 7) that people can improve through lifestyle changes.

7 Questions You’ve Always Had About Blood Pressure

7 Questions You’ve Always Had About Blood Pressure

6 Ways to Improve Your Heart Health

6 Ways to Improve Your Heart Health

5 Snacks to Help Battle High Cholesterol

Here are some healthy snack ideas to get you maintain your blood sugar, metabolism, and even cholesterol levels throughout the day.

5 Heart Numbers Everyone Should Know

5 Heart Numbers Everyone Should Know

4 Simple Changes To Be A Little Kinder To Your Heart

Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the US. The good news is heart disease can be prevented, in most cases, by adopting an active lifestyle and following a heart healthy diet. Here are 4 simple changes you can make to be a little kinder to your heart...