When someone opens the door and enters a hospital room, wearing a stethoscope is a telltale sign that they’re a clinician.

Heart murmurs are often harmless, especially in children, but some can indicate serious issues. Doctors assess murmurs by ...

Heart murmurs can sometimes be harmless, or they might need to be addressed if they're caused by a heart condition. Here's ...

Heart sounds are the noises made as blood moves through the heart with each heartbeat. When the heart valves close, they make a distinct lubb-dupp sound. Healthcare providers listen to the heart's ...