Smokers, if you need another reason to quit, here’s one that might surprise you: Quitting might save your hearing.

It's not always one or the other when it comes to cancer treatment options like chemotherapy and surgery. And which comes first may make a difference.

For older adults, maintaining a healthy diet and exercise routine can be important. For muscle mass loss, it may be crucial.

Got peripheral artery disease (PAD)? A simple, at-home activity may help you get your mobility back.

For those in midlife, lifestyle choices made now may have a major impact on living long and staying independent later in life.

Faced with a booming tobacco industry and its long lineup of tobacco products to choose from, some tobacco users may think about choosing more than one — but they may need to think twice.

A cluster of health problems — collectively known as metabolic syndrome — puts many at possible risk for heart disease and stroke. The good news? Rates for this condition appear to be stabilizing in the US.

Depression is a complex illness with many possible causes and many treatments. And it may increase the risk of another serious health condition.

When the symptoms of metabolic syndrome combine, they can lead to heart disease or even death. But those with diabetes and high blood pressure may face the highest risk.

Expecting moms face a list of possible health concerns, including the risk of developing diabetes during pregnancy. But for those having baby boys, the odds may be even higher.