Common blood pressure drug may cause more side effects than expected
Scientists from Columbia University have discovered that a widely recommended blood pressure drug, chlorthalidone, may cause more serious side effects than another commonly used...
This four-in-one pill could help control high blood pressure more effectively
High blood pressure is one of the world’s leading causes of death, yet many people struggle to keep it under control. A new study...
Common blood pressure drugs may help reduce liver inflammation
When the liver is damaged for a long time, it develops scars in the tissue, a condition known as fibrosis. Over time, this can lead to portal hypertension,...
Coffee may lower dementia risk in people with high blood pressure
A new study by researchers at Ningxia Medical University in China suggests that regular coffee consumption may reduce the risk of dementia in people with high blood pressure (hypertension).
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Natural ways to help control high blood pressure
High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a common condition that affects millions of people worldwide. If left untreated, it can lead to serious health...
Common blood pressure drugs can affect sleep and mental health
Sleep is essential for good health, yet many people struggle to get enough rest. In the United States, about one in three adults does...
A common but overlooked cause of high blood pressure
Scientists from Brigham and Women’s Hospital have discovered that a hormone called aldosterone plays a bigger role in high blood pressure than previously thought....
Using light to monitor high blood pressure and cancer treatment
Imagine using light to monitor your health instead of invasive or uncomfortable devices. That’s the focus of research by Darren Roblyer, a professor of...
Natural ways to control diabetes and high blood pressure
Diabetes and high blood pressure (hypertension) are two of the most common health problems worldwide. They increase the risk of serious conditions like heart...
When to consider medication for high blood pressure
Doctors may need to prescribe medication to patients with slightly elevated blood pressure if lifestyle changes alone do not bring their levels down within...