Make no mistake: Most Americans eat way too much, not just from salt shakers but because of sodium hidden inside processed foods and restaurant meals. But

Placing healthy organs in the same container we use to keep soda cold at a picnic seems archaic. But until recently, it was the only option hospitals had. 

Immediate medical attention is crucial if you are having a heart attack.  After a heart attack, it's important to reflect upon your lifestyle.

Researching a health topic can lead to confusion, frustration for newbies

A study found a 2.5 times higher risk of death in the first five days of using the drug

Patients shouldn't panic — radiation has improved cancer survival, and that is the top priority, doctors say. The chance of suffering a radiation-induced heart

Researchers wanted to know if the weight gain following smoking cessation would counteract the positive effects quitting has on your cardiovascular system.

The U.S. Justice Department is investigating drug maker Sanofi's disclosures to the Food and Drug Administration about different responses to its blockbuster

One of the longest and most scientific tests of a Mediterranean diet suggests this style of eating can cut the chance of suffering heart-related problems,

Janney comes from a long line of "cream and butter" lovers, she said. Her family's history of heart disease -- including a grandfather who died of a heart

Even though state law requires New York health clubs to have defibrillators and staff trained in their operation, they aren't required to actually use them on

The Center for Science in the Public Interest releases its "Xtreme Eating Awards"

If you take drugs to lower your blood pressure, your medication may also lower your risk of dementia, according to a new study released Monday by the American

When it comes to heart attacks, helping people understand "time is muscle" is key, says Dr. James Fang, one of the co-authors of new guidelines and director of

A group of Florida hospitals has agreed to pay the federal government $10.1 million to settle an investigation into allegations that it overbilled for cardiac