Spring time has a variety of associations for most people—flowers, Mother's Day, and graduations to name a few. For endurance athletes, it's the start of the race season. Can a person exercise too much? The question is being asked after the recent death of a runner in the London marathon and the death of a world champion swimmer from Norway earlier this week.

Lipitor, the world's biggest-selling drug, became available as a generic (atorvastatin) late last year. Will it change cardiovascular care in the United States? Some experts think it will.

The obesity epidemic is not just an adult problem. One third of all children between the ages of 2 and 19 are overweight or obese and are developing health problems that used to affect only adults. Lancaster General Health has a program that can help.

Every year, a patient of mine has a heart attack or stroke..... and it is almost always unexpected. Americans suffer more than 2 million heart attacks and strokes annually. Heart disease is responsible for 1 of every 4 deaths in this country. But you don't have to be counted among those numbers—if you pay attention to your heart ABCS.

I was saddened when I learned that Paula Tshudy, a graduate of our Cardiac Rehab, had passed away on Feb. 9. She was the woman who initiated the support group that has helped many people who have survived cardiac events. The group was inspired by how she felt after her own heart attack in 2005.

Yes, says a new study from Canada, adding to existing research that indicates winter is a prime time for heart attacks. So before you go out to shovel the snow that we will get this winter, know your heart-attack risk and follow a few simple rules.

Thinking of making some healthy lifestyle resolutions for the new year? You'll increase your chances for success if you pick just one.

You already know how important it is to be vaccinated against the flu virus. But should you get the shot or the nasal spray?

Contrary to the dictionary definition of “holiday” as a day of celebration or time off from work, the holiday season that's fast approaching is notorious for increasing our stress levels, weight, and debt. And that's not good for your heart.

You're sniffling, coughing, have the chills, and a headache. Do you have the common cold or is it the flu? Should you try home remedies or head to the doctor for medicine you've heard can lessen the impact of the flu? Check out our chart of cold and flu symptoms for help.

You hear it every fall—the annual reminder to get your flu shot. Here are three reasons why you need to be vaccinated against this highly contagious disease.

Confused about taking a statin to prevent heart disease? With the recent Food and Drug Administration limits placed on high-dose simvastatin—known as Zocor—it's easy to forget that statins have revolutionized the treatment of high cholesterol.

Is there a safe way to smoke? Why are cigarettes addictive? Is chewing tobacco safer? How do I quit? Let's take a look at the answers to these questions and others you may have about tobacco products.

The latest U.S. dietary guidelines say 25 percent of our daily energy requirements can come from added sugar. So that means it's safe to drink a few of your favorite sodas or other sweetened drinks every day, right?

Blame it on your thyroid: The fatigue, weight gain, hair loss. That small gland in the front of your neck, the body's great regulator, often just doesn't work right, and it's important to get the proper treatment to avoid serious health problems.

When it comes to your health, there are a few important numbers you need to know. Not a PIN, your cell phone, or Social Security number. The important numbers are the ones that may lead to heart disease and stroke.

A personal physician who heads a team of professionals who will treat your illnesses, show you how to prevent diseases, manage any conditions you may have, and coordinate specialized care if you need it?

The relationship between your weight and your risk of dying of heart disease is complicated. If you are overweight in spite of the fact that you exercise daily and have healthy eating habits, don’t be discouraged. You are still doing your heart good.