Women and Heart Disease

The Times's Denise Grady discusses an elusive form of heart disease that is especially prominent among women.

Frail or Hearty

Scientists say that physical fitness may prevent the onset of frailty and declining health in people like 71 year old runner Witold Bialokur.

Heart Disease, the No. 1 Killer

Heart disease kills more Americans than any other disease, partially because treatments known to make a difference are often ignored.

Crucial Facts About Stroke

Stroke is the third leading cause of death in the United States, but many strokes that could be successfully treated are not.

Taking Diabetes to Heart

Few diabetics do enough to protect themselves. Dave Smith thought he had been managing his symptoms when he suffered a heart attack.

A Performance for a Lifetime

Cindy Sadler, a professional opera singer in Austin, Texas, has lost 100 pounds since September 2007.

Patient Testimonial

"My main worry was I didn't want to sit on the porch, taking pills, and not have some type of life."