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...
Warning signs of high blood pressure you need to know
Blood pressure is a vital measure of your health. It reflects the force of blood pushing against the walls of your arteries as it...
New advancement in high blood pressure treatment in 2024
High blood pressure, or hypertension, affects millions worldwide and is often called the "silent killer" because it can lead to life-threatening conditions like heart...
Common blood pressure drugs may not protect heart attack patients
Beta blockers are commonly prescribed after a heart attack to help prevent future heart problems.
These medications work by slowing the heart rate and reducing...
Scientists unlock the secrets of “junk DNA” and high blood pressure
DNA is like a blueprint for our bodies, containing instructions for how we grow, function, and stay healthy. Within DNA, there are genes that...
How to find the right drug for high blood pressure
Most of us have had our blood pressure checked—that familiar band wrapped around the arm, tightening as it measures how hard our heart is...
Blood pressure change may signal future heart attack risks
Have you ever thought about what blood pressure really means? It’s the force of your blood pressing against the walls of your arteries as...