New research suggests X-ray images may offer an early warning sign for cardiovascular disease — the leading cause of death ...

Researchers think a calcium called breast arterial calcification might be a clue that a woman's blood vessels are clogged, which can raise the risk of heart trouble.

A study aims to identify the possible link between calcium deposits in women's breast arteries and life-threatening heart ...

When people check in for their annual mammogram these days, some may face a surprising question: In addition to reviewing the mammogram for breast cancer, would the patient like the radiologist to ...

Breast calcifications are small deposits of calcium in the breast tissue. They are typically noncancerous. However, some forms can occasionally indicate breast cancer. This article looks at the causes ...