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Exercise, Vitamin D Can Lower Fall Risk in Elderly Task Force Reviewed More Than 50 Studies May 29, 2012 -- Older people can reduce their risk for serious falls by exercising regularly and taking vitamin D supplements, an expert panel now says. The U.S.

Study Suggests Benefits to Taking Blood Pressure Drugs Before Going to Sleep Oct. 27, 2011 -- Taking at least one blood pressure medicine at bedtime cuts the risk of heart problems, according to new research. The study also shows that participants taking at least one blood pressure pill at bedtime had lower blood pressure while asleep.

Stress Linked to Stroke Type A Personality Traits Boost Stroke Risk in Study Aug. 30. 2012 -- Need another reason to take life in stride and heed the advice, "Don't sweat the small stuff"? New research shows that people who are quick-tempered, impatient, aggressive, or naturally hostile may be more likely to have a stroke, compared to their more laid-back counterparts.

The links between health and marriage or other long-term relationships By Rebecca Felsenthal StewartWebMD Feature It's as traditional as something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue: the conventional wisdom that married people live longer and are healthier than single people.

Studies Suggest Many People Taking Them Don't Need Them and May Be Putting Their Health at Risk