According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States. One person dies every 34 seconds, making cardiovascular disease responsible for 1 in every 5 deaths. What Are the Common Types of Heart Disease? “Heart disease” is a term used to describe a variety of conditions that affect the heart. These diseases include: Coronary artery disease (CAD) Arrhythmia Congenital heart defect Heart muscle disease (cardiomyopathy) Valvular heart disease What Are the Causes of Heart Disease? Coronary Artery Disease Coronary artery disease (CAD) is the most common type of heart disease in the United States, according to the CDC....
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