Single injection could replace daily pills for high blood pressure
High blood pressure is a very common health problem that affects millions of people around the world.
Right now, the most common way to manage...
Should you take blood pressure drugs in the morning or at night?
High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is a common health problem that can lead to serious issues like heart disease, stroke, and kidney...
Common heart and blood pressure drugs may increase bleeding risk
A new study published in JAMA has found that some blood pressure medicines may be risky for people with atrial fibrillation, or AFib.
AFib is...
How red onion skin may help lower high blood pressure
Scientists at the University of Bonn have made an interesting discovery about red onion skins.
They found that an extract made from the skins may...
Can blood pressure pills trigger a painful skin disease?
Psoriasis is a common skin problem that affects millions of people around the world.
It causes red, itchy, and scaly patches on the skin, often...
Marijuana use may triple risk of death from high blood pressure
A group of scientists from Georgia State University has found something surprising. People who use marijuana may be three times more likely to die...
Common painkiller may not be safe for people with high blood pressure
Paracetamol is one of the most widely used medicines in the world. People often take it to ease pain or bring down a fever.
It’s...
Common blood pressure may increase risk of sudden heart stoppage
A recent study in Europe has found that a drug commonly used to treat high blood pressure might raise the risk of sudden heart...
Blood pressure drugs may raise risk of falls and fractures in older people
A recent study has raised concerns about starting blood pressure medications in older adults living in nursing homes.
The research, published in JAMA Internal Medicine,...
Scientists find a new way to fight high cholesterol and heart disease
Scientists at the University of California, Riverside have discovered a tiny molecule in the liver that plays a big role in controlling cholesterol levels...