Patients with the hepatitis C virus (HCV), which primarily affects the liver, face a higher chance of getting diabetes. Antiviral HCV medication, however, may improve diabetes outcomes.

Could a relatively simple test for heart abnormalities save athletes' lives? Recent research suggests that it might.

Getting enough calcium is important, especially for older women. But could calcium supplements negatively affect heart health?

Fictional British spy James Bond, 007, asked for his martinis to be "shaken, not stirred" — but new research suggests that his preference may have resulted from an alcohol induced tremor.

Fewer people overall are having heart attacks, and it appears the rate of recovery after experiencing one continues to improve — except for one part of the population.

Venous thromboembolism (VTE) is rare in children, which often causes it to be overlooked, leading to delays in treatment that can sometimes be deadly.

High blood pressure affects millions of Americans, and having obstructive sleep apnea can make the condition worse. But treatment can make a difference.

For people with hypertension (high blood pressure), taking medication is often an important part of lowering blood pressure. And according to new research, doing some yoga exercises could help too.

Kicking the smoking habit can improve overall health and quality of life. A recent review investigates where smoking cessation therapies affect heart health.

People with chronic conditions often identify their medication by how it looks. However, the increased use of generic medication could make this identification method dangerous.