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A minimally invasive aortic valve replacement is a surgery to replace a badly working aortic valve with an artificial valve. Learn what to expect before, during, and after this procedure.

You had a procedure to insert a ventricular assist device (VAD). This device replaces the pumping action of your heart. Here's what you need to know about home care.

A pulmonary embolism is a blood clot that can block blood flow to the lungs. This is a medical emergency. Read on to learn more about this condition including diagnosis, treatment, and long-term concerns.

Your doctor has told you that you have overactive bladder syndrome (OAB). Why OAB occurs is not known. But treatments are available to help control the bladder muscle and manage OAB. Read on to learn more.

Spinal cord disease can cause a loss of sensation and movement. Learn more about resources that can help you.

The retina is the inside lining of the eye. It turns light into nerve signals. These signals are then sent to the brain where they become the images you see. The retina may be torn or detached due to aging, an eye injury, or other problems. Tears and detachments are painless.

Presbyopia is the loss of close-up focusing. With age, the lens in the eye hardens and can't change its shape as easily. It then can't focus clearly on close objects. This makes them look blurry.

Blood in your urine is a condition called hematuria. Most of the time, the cause is not serious. But blood in the urine should never be ignored. Read on to learn more.

It's important to know how to help someone who is choking. This sheet can help.