Many people in the US live with a disability, and many more live with a chronic condition. New research suggests that these two types of issues might often go hand in hand.

Thirty years ago, it was rare for a heart transplant patient to live more than a year. Today, with improved medication and techniques, transplants can lengthen lives by more than 20 years.

They say that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. New research may add more support to that claim, especially when it comes to teens.

In November 2013, the American Heart Association (AHA) and the American College of Cardiology (ACC) issued guidelines on how to treat high cholesterol that set off a debate in the medical community.

Heart transplant surgery can be particularly challenging for children. Despite these challenges, it's becoming more common for young heart transplant patients to live a long life.

A new method for treating a heart common valve condition was introduced in the US in 2012. Now new research is exploring its effects.

Abdominal aortic aneurysms can be a serious, even deadly ailment. A medical task force has recently released new recommendations for screenings that can save lives.

Being overweight carries many health risks, and one new study has shown that it may impact your wallet as well.

Inflammation in arthritis clearly causes joint pain, but it has been tied to heart troubles too. A new study explored if more time with arthritis might affect the risk for heart issues.

Your health care provider may emphasize the importance of exercise, but exactly how important is physical activity for staying healthy?