Where you live could affect how long you live with heart failure, study finds
A new study has found that people with heart failure living in the most deprived areas are likely to die more than six months...
Why high blood pressure in pregnancy may make breastfeeding harder
High blood pressure during pregnancy—also known as hypertensive disorders of pregnancy (HDP)—is a serious health issue that affects about 1 in 6 pregnancies in...
A safer drug for treating high blood pressure
A new study from Columbia University suggests that one of the most common drugs used to treat high blood pressure—ACE inhibitors—might not be the...
Fasting may help lower high blood pressure naturally
high blood pressure by breaking harmful cycles in the body’s metabolism.
It’s well known that eating too much salt can raise blood pressure. But cutting...
Potassium-enriched salt can lower blood pressure effectively
For years, health experts have warned about the dangers of eating too much salt. Too much sodium raises blood pressure, increasing the risk of...
The best breakfast foods to lower blood pressure
Keeping your blood pressure in a healthy range is important for your heart and overall health. High blood pressure can lead to serious problems...
Ibuprofen may harm kidneys when combined with blood pressure drugs
A new study from the University of Waterloo warns that using ibuprofen, a common painkiller, along with certain blood pressure medications could be dangerous.
The...
Some blood pressure medications may increase skin disease
Psoriasis is a long-lasting skin condition that causes red, itchy, and scaly patches. These usually show up on the elbows, knees, scalp, or torso....
How to drink coffee to boost heart health
A recent study from Semmelweis University found that drinking up to three cups of coffee a day might protect your heart and reduce the...
Blood pressure drug could help treat ADHD more safely
A new study suggests that a common blood pressure drug, amlodipine, could be repurposed to help treat symptoms of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).
This international research,...