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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.

There are many factors to consider and decisions to make when considering home birth. Tips for how to choose a midwife and plan for emergencies.

As home birth becomes more popular, it’s important to analyze the risks and outcomes of out-of-hospital births accurately. UT Southwestern explains

If you are severely overweight and want to become pregnant, you need a plan that might include bariatric surgery. A UT Southwestern doctor gives you 3 things to think about.