If it gets an FDA nod of approval, a new drug could give patients with high cholesterol another treatment option — an option officials said appears to lower cholesterol more than current cholesterol drugs.

Weight-loss surgery may shrink more than just waistlines.

Pesticides are used to keep bugs away and make life easier, but they might be making life harder for some children.

When going under the knife, many patients may stop taking their normal medications to prepare for surgery. Getting back on one common type of medication as soon as possible, however, may be better for patients' health.

For those with type 2 diabetes, keeping blood sugar levels under control can seem like walking a tightrope. But that delicate balancing act may benefit more than just blood sugar.

If your ticker has a leaky valve, it may be better to be an early bird when it comes to surgery.

Many people enjoy a drink on occasion to unwind or celebrate, but drinking to excess regularly may be a sign to seek help for an alcohol disorder.

The sun's rays may give you that healthy glow — but below the surface, there may be serious health risks.

As doctors become better and better at detecting breast cancer early, some question whether every early detection warrants early surgery. New evidence suggests that the answer to that question may depend on the type of breast cancer patients have.

For many longtime smokers, quitting cold turkey is far from easy. But there may now be some good news for smokers looking to kick the habit.