The TCA Heart Journal
Clear answers for your heart
What's new in heart health, explained for patients and families.
Latest · Patient Guide
Should I Go to the ER? A Guide to Cardiac Symptoms
Not every chest discomfort is a heart attack — but some symptoms demand immediate attention. This guide helps you decide when to call 911, when to call your cardiologist, and when to monitor and wait.
· 5 min read
The Latest in Heart Health
- Lp(a) HORIZON trial: Lp(a) fell by 78%, but cardiovascular outcomes unexpectedly neutralAmerican Heart Association · November 7, 2026
- Leading health groups redefine heart health for girls and womenAHA Guidelines · October 26, 2026
- Lp(a) HORIZON: Pelacarsen vs. Placebo in Patients With High Lp(a)ACC · November 7, 2026
- Researchers say inflammation as a treatment target still important despite neutral results of ZEUS trialAmerican Heart Association · November 7, 2026
- Why every stage of life matters for a woman’s heart healthAHA Guidelines · October 26, 2026
- ZEUS: Interleukin-6 Inhibition With Ziltivekimab For High-Risk Patients With ASCVD, CKD and Systemic InflammationACC · November 7, 2026
Articles From Our Team
What to Expect
What to Expect During an Echocardiogram
An echocardiogram is one of the most common cardiac tests — and one of the least understood by patients. Here's exactly what happens, why it's ordered, and what your results mean.
· 4 min
Heart Conditions
Understanding Your AFib Diagnosis
Atrial fibrillation is the most common cardiac arrhythmia — and one of the most manageable when properly treated. Here's what it means, why it matters, and what your treatment options look like.
· 6 min
Patient Education
What Your Blood Pressure Numbers Really Mean
120/80. 145/92. 108/68. Blood pressure numbers are reported at every visit — but most patients leave without fully understanding what they mean, why they matter, or what to do about them.
· 5 min
Medications & Research
GLP-1 Medications and Your Heart: What Patients Should Know
Semaglutide, tirzepatide, and other GLP-1 receptor agonists have reshaped diabetes and obesity treatment — and the cardiovascular data behind them is significant. Here's what the research shows.
· 6 min
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