You may have heard that moderate alcohol consumption can improve heart health. But there’s a fine line between healthy and hazardous drinking. Here’s what you need to know before you raise a glass.

Regular exercise can strengthen the brain and may cut your risk of dementia down the road. Here’s what a recent study found.

Every minute counts during a stroke, but disabling or deadly delays occur frequently after patients reach a hospital’s emergency room for treatment.

If leg cramps are keeping you up at night, can magnesium help you rest easier? Researchers studied adults who had frequent nighttime leg cramps to find out.

Irregular eating can increase your risk of heart disease, stroke, obesity, high cholesterol, diabetes, and high blood pressure. Here’s what you should know.

A full recovery after a stay in a hospital’s intensive care unit can be difficult for older patients. Here’s what you can do to help.

Being over 50 increases your risk of flu-related complications. When it comes to getting vaccinated, it’s better late than never.

Many people at high risk of stroke because of atrial fibrillation either don’t get the right medication or they don’t take their drugs as prescribed.

If you’re taking three or more medications for depression, anxiety, pain, or insomnia, you may be at risk for serious side effects.

If you enjoy games, crafts, computer use, and getting together with friends, a new study suggests that it may help you stave off mild cognitive impairment.