How a blood pressure number predicts your stroke risk
Scientists at the University of Miami recently conducted a study that sheds new light on how blood pressure affects our brain health, especially as...
Study finds no link between vitamin D supplements and reduced heart disease risk
Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is the leading cause of death among adults over the age of 65. At the same time, many seniors have low...
The critical role of magnesium in managing high blood pressure
Magnesium is a vital mineral that the human body relies on for many functions, including helping to regulate blood pressure. This simple guide explains...
Best breakfast foods for lowering blood pressure naturally
Managing high blood pressure is key to maintaining long-term health, as it helps reduce the risk of heart disease and stroke. What you eat,...
Why standing more won’t protect your heart: New study reveals risks of long-term standing
Many people have turned to standing as a way to fight the negative effects of sitting for long periods, whether at work, at home,...
New blood test can diagnose earliest heart attack signs in minutes
A groundbreaking new blood test has been developed that can diagnose heart attacks within minutes, a major improvement over current methods that often take...
How to manage high blood pressure drugs in older adults
High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a common condition in older adults, with nearly two-thirds of people over 60 affected by it. Left unmanaged,...
Common blood pressure drug linked to higher bleeding risk for these people
A recent study published in JAMA has uncovered a potential risk for patients with atrial fibrillation, a common irregular heart rhythm condition, who are taking a...
Women face higher risk of death after heart surgery complications
A new study led by the University of Michigan has found that women are more likely than men to die after experiencing complications from...
How diet impacts high blood pressure: Foods to avoid
High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, affects millions of people worldwide and is a leading cause of heart disease and stroke. While various...