Scientists find a better blood pressure drug than others
A recent study by Columbia University has revealed that one of the most commonly prescribed drugs for high blood pressure, ACE inhibitors, might not...
Months after a serious stroke, he was back to drawing caricatures
A loud ringing and bright light jolted Adam English awake. Then he felt the bizarre sensation of a zipper closing from ear to ear...
Research shows an overlooked cause of heart attack in women
Heart attacks are often thought of as a problem for older adults, but a recent study from Yale University has revealed important differences in...
Blood pressure drug linked to higher skin cancer risk
In Australia, high blood pressure, or hypertension, affects over a third of adults aged 18 and above. Left untreated, it can lead to severe...
The best anti-inflammatory spices for your heart health
Inflammation is the body’s natural response to injury or illness, but when it becomes chronic, it can harm your health. Chronic inflammation is a...
Research shows the best time to take blood pressure drug
Hypertension, or high blood pressure, is a serious condition that requires proper management to avoid severe health problems.
But effective treatment isn’t just about which...
Why some patients need blood thinners for a longer time for heart health
Blood thinners are essential medications for many people who have undergone a procedure called percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI).
This procedure is done to open blocked...
Research finds a new treatment for high blood pressure
High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is often called the "silent killer." It sneaks up on people without symptoms but quietly harms the...
How to lower your blood pressure naturally
Hypertension, or high blood pressure, is a condition that affects millions of people worldwide.
It’s often called the “silent killer” because it usually doesn’t cause...
How moderate alcohol might affect heart health
Researchers at Massachusetts General Hospital have made an intriguing discovery about how a small to moderate amount of alcohol might protect heart health.
Their findings...