Marijuana use may increase risk of death from high blood pressure
High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is a common health issue that affects millions of people worldwide. It occurs when the force of...
Common side effects of high blood pressure drugs you need to know
High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a common condition that affects millions of people worldwide. To prevent serious complications like heart attacks, strokes, and kidney...
Common painkiller may raise blood pressure in these people
Paracetamol (also known as acetaminophen) is one of the most commonly used pain relievers worldwide. It is often recommended as a safer alternative to NSAIDs (non-steroidal...
Common painkiller may harm people with high blood pressure
Paracetamol, also known as acetaminophen, is one of the most commonly used medications for pain relief and fever reduction. Many people take it for...
Common blood pressure drug may raise risk of sudden cardiac arrest
Sudden cardiac arrest is a serious and unexpected heart problem that can be life-threatening. It happens when the heart suddenly stops pumping blood properly,...
Common blood pressure drug may cause kidney disease
Researchers at Columbia University have been studying a popular medication used to treat high blood pressure, and their findings suggest that one drug, chlorthalidone, may cause...
Doctors may be choosing the wrong blood pressure drugs, study finds
A new study from Columbia University suggests that one of the most commonly prescribed drugs for high blood pressure—ACE inhibitors—may not be the best...
Adding these minerals to drinking water may help lower blood pressure
High blood pressure is a major health concern worldwide. It increases the risk of heart disease, stroke, and early death. Many people struggle to...
Staying heart healthy during American Heart Month
February is American Heart Month—a perfect opportunity for members of the George Washington University community to take a closer look at our own cardiovascular...
Common painkiller could be risky for people with high blood pressure
If you take medication for high blood pressure, you might want to think twice before using ibuprofen, a common pain reliever. A new study from...