We all know that heart disease affects people of all ages and races, and it is the leading cause of death for both men and women. Here, there are eight simple things that people should know about their heart health.

Age-related Macular Degeneration, also called AMD in short, is a disease that affects millions of people worldwide. It is known for causing blurred central vision due to damage to the macula, a small area at the back of the eye. In present, there is no cure for this disease.

If you are looking for top tips to protect your heart, this is the right piece to you for reading.

Regular aerobic exercise such as walking, cycling or climbing stairs may improve thinking skills not only in older people but in young people as well, according to a study. The study also found that the positive effect of exercise on thinking skills may increase as people age.

Drinking may trigger a long-lasting genetic change, resulting in an even greater craving for alcohol, according to a new study. This study may help explain why alcoholism is such a powerful addiction.

It has been said that a good personality can help one succeed in life. But can it also guard against disease risk? A new study based on data from the Women's Health Initiative shows that positive personality traits, such as optimism, actually may help to reduce the risk of developing type 2 diabetes.