Before their operations, cardiac surgery patients likely focus on the heart issue at hand. But postoperative infections can cause problems later. Antibiotics might prevent these infections.

Because her mother had ovarian cancer, actress, director and humanitarian Angelina Jolie underwent genetic testing. Should you? The United States Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) issued its latest recommendations.

Hospital readmissions can be costly for both patients and the health care system. One new study may shine a light on areas for doctors to focus on after discharge to reduce readmissions.

With flu season in full swing, the seasonal influenza might be on a lot of people's minds. One strain of swine flu is causing infections in some parts of the country.

Doctors look at many factors to determine a person’s risk of heart disease and a potential heart attack. A new study has shown that a common test may hold the key to a better diagnosis.

Many young teens are very concerned about weight. For some teens, that concern can develop into an eating disorder, which can lead to many health problems.

A variety of early signs might help clinicians and parents learn if children are at higher risk for diabetes. The trick is seeing the signs early enough.

Medications called aromatase inhibitors are sometimes given to women who’ve been treated for hormone sensitive breast cancer. These medicines have a number of side effects, including hot flashes and joint stiffness and pain.

If you take medication to treat high blood pressure, you may want to reevaluate your treatment. New guidelines recommend that blood pressure targets for those over 60 years old be raised.

People with advanced kidney disease sometimes must undergo dialysis, during which waste is filtered from the blood. Certain drugs may delay the need for dialysis.