Each year, almost 260,000 lives are lost to sepsis. Only heart disease and cancer cause more deaths in the U.S. Learn who’s most at risk and how to spot this serious, but little known, illness. More »

Can an apple a day keep the doctor away? Possibly! Learn about the health benefits of apples, how they can prevent disease in surprising ways. More »

You know your fur babies are great for snuggles and squirrel patrol. But did you know dogs may decrease your risk for heart disease and cardiovascular events? More »

When diet and exercise aren't effective at shedding excess pounds, it may be beneficial for some to have a surgical weight loss procedure. More »

A patent foramen ovale (PFO) is a common birth defect that makes you more likely to have a stroke. Watch Scott Lim, MD, talk about PFO closure and how it improve the lives of young people following their first stroke. More »

Just because a diet is popular doesn't mean it's good for you. Before you jump on the bandwagon, get the pros and cons of some of the diets trending today. More »

Heartburn is a very common condition that, in some people, can also be a sign of a heart attack. How do you know if it's just heartburn or heart attack? More »

Protein shakes, powders and snack bars are big business, but how much protein do we really need in our diets? More »

Jennifer Kirby, MD, talks about the many factors that go into weight loss, setpoints and how to maintain a healthy weight. More »

After ten years working in finance, Holly Roach felt something was missing. She went back to school to become a nurse, and is now an assistant nurse manager in the UVA electrophysiology lab. Read about what inspired her to make the change, and what a typical day looks like now. More »