Virtual reality helps South Florida boy avoid open-heart surgery, return to baseball field

A South Florida boy is back on the baseball field after doctors used virtual reality technology to treat a complex heart defect without open-heart surgery.

Heart of South Florida: How cardiac rehab helps patients after surgery

Michelle Doyle said she has been giving it her best during cardiac rehab workouts at Memorial Hospital West in Pembroke Pines.

Broward’s free heart scans uncover hidden risks, save lives

A simple heart scan that Broward County leaders are working to offer for free is already being credited with saving lives — including that of a former Los Angeles Dodgers player.

South Florida woman finds relief from resistant high blood pressure with new procedure

There’s a reason why this blood pressure reading is a big deal for 62-year-old Crystal Sears. Just five months ago, it was 162 over 96.

Heart of South Florida: Pompano Beach retiree beats heart failure after quick action, medical care

Phillip Leever, 74, and his wife, Pamela, had just moved to Pompano Beach, ready to enjoy retired life, when a sudden health scare threatened to upend everything.

Heart of South Florida: Hospital uses innovative tech to help premature babies with heart defects

It’s so small, not even the size of a dime! But a teeny, tiny device is helping the hearts of some of the most vulnerable patients: preemies.

10-year-old dancer’s recovery after heart transplant inspires new pediatric clinic

From jazz to lyrical to classical ballet, a 10-year-old girl is passionate about the art of dancing. But her journey has also been considered a miracle.

Heart of South Florida: How CPR can save a life

It can happen out of nowhere. Someone suddenly goes into cardiac arrest, and once that happens, every minute counts.

Early detection proves lifesaving for active 83-year-old heart patient

It’s Heart Month, and despite major medical advances, heart disease remains the leading cause of death for both men and women in the United States. Doctors say that’s why early detection and treatment are critical.

Join Local 10’s Jenise Fernandez for ‘Heart of South Florida’, make an impact for heart health

WPLG’s own Jenise Fernandez is on a quest to save lives. Go Red for Women, supporting the American Heart Association, has nominated Fernandez as a Woman of Impact.