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Statins may not be the only option for patients with high cholesterol. UT Southwestern shares reactions to a new study.

Clinical trials have shown promising results for a class of drugs that could dramatically lower cholesterol and, in turn, reduce the risk of heart disease.

Can inactivating genetic mutations actually help lower cholesterol and heart disease risk? Two geneticists are determined to find out.

Can a good night’s sleep lower heart disease risk? UT Southwestern explains why sleep deprivation hurts the heart.

As medical journals and websites debate who should take statins and the severity of their side effects, UT Southwestern says not to forget that they save lives.

Many studies have shown that alcohol, consumed in moderation, can be beneficial to your health – and that includes your heart.

Cervical length can help identify women at risk of preterm delivery, but the screening test to determine cervical length might not be worth the time, expense, or discomfort. Here’s why.

Women who are pregnant have the option of having a test performed to assess the likelihood their baby has Down syndrome. Some struggle with whether to have the test.

Learn about the difficulties of early gender prediction during pregnancy. Get insights from UT Southwestern Medical Center's pregnancy experts.

Many of us like to enjoy cocktails at holiday parties, but we could be damaging our hearts in the process.