Even after losing weight, many people end up gaining it back later. Does that time spent at a lower weight still come with health benefits?

People with diabetes are at risk for heart disease. One gender may face a higher risk than the other.

There may be a simple way elderly men can prolong their life if they have high blood pressure, and it doesn’t involve medication or surgery.

Some of the biggest killers worldwide are diseases that can largely be prevented: heart disease, chronic respiratory disease, cancers and diabetes. But it will require some effort.

Heart disease is the leading cause of death in women in high-income countries. It seems that the biggest risk factor for the condition may be a lifestyle habit that can be changed.

Consuming lots of sugary drinks can expand your waistline, but you may not be aware of what it also might do to your blood pressure.

High blood pressure during pregnancy puts pressure on both the baby and the mom. At the moment, there has yet to be a consistent strategy for prenatal care in women with high blood pressure.

Chronic health conditions in women can influence the course of a woman's pregnancy. High blood pressure is one condition that presents risks to pregnant women.

Those who have a stroke or even a mini-stroke face greater odds of a bigger stroke, heart attack or dying. When pharmacists play a role in counseling patients, these heart risk factors may improve.

Some people with high blood pressure seem resistant to treatment. They may be prescribed additional medications or undergo special procedures. In many cases, they just might not be taking their pills properly.