Body mass index (BMI) has recently become a way to gauge people's health in America. But new evidence suggests there may be a better way.

You might control your blood pressure for the sake of avoiding stroke. But did you know high blood pressure (hypertension) might also be tied to dementia?

You may have heard of the Zika virus, which has recently gained notoriety in the news. While the illness can be dangerous in some cases, experts say the risks can be lessened with proper prevention methods.

Statins are known to lower cholesterol and improve heart health in some patients. New evidence suggests they could also help some patients' sight.

When screening for cystic fibrosis (CF) in newborns, time is of the essence. And a new screening test could cut the current wait time for results in half.

Children inherit many things from their mothers. Unfortunately, cancer risk is no different.

For nonsmokers, "No Smoking" signs may fade into the background. But those little signs might make a big difference in their health.

Treating anxiety and insomnia can be complex, especially when considering the potential side effects of medication. A new study may shed some light on that issue.

Sometimes when you're facing a big, important medical procedure, all you can do is say "Om." And, as it turns out, that might help.

Women who get the flu during pregnancy are at risk for serious illness, and time is often of the essence when treating the problem. One treatment may be able to help.