Patients who refuse blood transfusions when undergoing heart surgery do not appear to be at an added risk of complications following the procedure.

Emergency room patients who suffer an unexplained bout of atrial fibrillation, a common heart arrhythmia, appear to be at a very low risk of long-term complications.

After a stroke, tPA (tissue plasminogen activator), also known as a clot buster, offers the most effective acute treatment.

A new study revealed that the prevalence of heart disease in Europe is lower than expected. This means that more non-invasive screenings could cut costs and help patients avoid unnecessary testing.

First he was a wise and fatherly sheriff that we all wanted in our town. Then he was the lawyer that no one could outsmart. Andy Griffith has passed away at age 86.

Statins  used to lower cholesterol appear to reduce the number of heart events suffered in both men and women. However, such medications were not found to reduce stroke or death in women.

The best way to battle diabetes or heart disease is to prevent them from occurring. If doctors know who is at risk for these diseases, they can encourage patients to make important lifestyle changes before drugs or treatment become necessary.

Bacon, cheese, a ribeye , whole cream in your coffee and as many eggs as you can eat. Sound familiar? Then you've probably tried Atkins, South Beach, paleo or similar diets.

Exercise is good for just about everyone. The fitter you are, the better you'll feel. Fitness is especially important when it comes to diabetes and heart problems.

In another round of good news for those of us who can't get going without a couple of morning cups of 'Joe'. Researchers say daily coffee consumption might lower your risk of heart failure.