In spite of stroke-prevention efforts in recent years, stroke risk factors appear to be becoming more common, according to a new study.

Diabetes patients often face a second problem: kidney disease. But a new medication may be here to help.

Smokers, it’s never too late to quit — and there may now be even more good reasons to do so.

Obesity and metabolic problems may not always go hand-in-hand. Some obese people may not develop the metabolic changes that are often tied to obesity.

Kidney disease patients have a higher risk of death and kidney failure than others. It was thought that adding high blood pressure or diabetes to the mix boosted these risks. But kidney disease alone may be enough.

When a diabetes patient's kidneys fail, that patient has to be put on dialysis. These patients may be at risk of having their heart suddenly stop. Now, researchers have found a way to spot who is most at risk.