Learn about the anatomy of the heart and how its chambers, valves, and vessels work together to maintain effective blood circulation throughout the body to sustain life.

The system of blood vessels in the human body measure about 60,000 miles (96,560 kilometers). Arteries carry oxygen-rich blood from the heart through the body. Veins carry oxygen-poor blood back ...

Blood pressure monitoring might one day become as easy as taking a video selfie, according to new research in Circulation: Cardiovascular Imaging, an American Heart Association journal.

New research shows that 12 weeks of easy-to-administer passive stretching helps improve blood flow by making it easier for your arteries to dilate and decreasing their stiffness.

Also known as square breathing, this technique involves taking slow, deep breaths and helps regulate blood circulation to your heart- which relieves the risk of any cardiovascular diseases.