Most physicians refer to well-established guidelines that dictate when to start treatment for high blood pressure. Even a small change in target blood pressure guidelines can have a significant effect on the way blood pressure treatment is considered.

Pregnancy and giving birth can put a lot of stress on women's bodies. It's possible that mothers could have an increased risk of heart disease associated with pregnancy.

Spending a lot of time in front of a TV or computer screen can promote inactivity, especially in children. And inactivity may mean other unhealthy habits.

For older men with narrowing of arteries or other heart health risk factors, statins may be prescribed to lower cholesterol. The medication may add an unexpected boost in the bedroom as well.

An apple a day keeps the doctor away... and, according to a recent study, six more servings of fruit and vegetables could help you live longer.

HIV patients can live longer, healthier lives today and one recent study took a look at their risk for a disease usually associated with growing older.

Diabetes increases the likelihood of having heart disease. While blood pressure medications may help reduce related risks, some therapies may be more effective than others.

Keeping blood pressure in check could reduce your risk for heart disease. But could it also help you stay sharp in midlife?

For those with diabetes, metformin not only helps to control blood sugar, but it may also boost heart health. The cardiovascular benefit, however, may not extend to those without diabetes.

You don’t have to be a body builder to be healthy, but a new study says that children with strong muscles have a lower risk for some common diseases.