Checking blood pressure while lying down could save lives, study finds
Blood pressure is a key indicator of heart health, but new research suggests that just checking it while you're sitting might not be enough....
How turmeric and vitamin D help lower blood pressure in diabetics
Scientists at Urmia University of Medical Sciences have found that taking turmeric and vitamin D supplements might help people with type 2 diabetes control...
Scientists find how to diagnose diabetes and high blood pressure rapidly
Researchers from The University of Western Australia and Yonsei University in South Korea have unveiled an innovative diagnostic method for diabetes and hypertension that...
How brain injuries can lead to heart disease
We often hear about brain injuries in the context of accidents, military combat, or sports like football.
While we know these injuries can lead to...
Intense treatment for high blood pressure is a double-edged sword, study finds
High blood pressure is like a hidden enemy. You may not feel it, but it can stiffen your arteries, making it harder for blood...
Why some people more likely to have high blood pressure
High blood pressure is a big deal and affects almost half of the adults in the U.S. If your blood pressure is too high,...
Concussions and high blood pressure are common in former football players
If you've watched professional football, you're probably aware of the concerns around concussions and their long-term impact on players' brains.
However, new research from the...
Low-carb diet outperforms DASH diet in blood pressure and weight loss
Many adults in the United States are dealing with health problems like high blood pressure, prediabetes, and type 2 diabetes. On top of that,...
Scientists find the key to controlling high blood pressure
In a comprehensive review, an international panel of experts from 18 countries, including Professor Bryan Williams of UCL, has advocated for lifestyle changes to...
1 in 3 people suffer from uncontrolled high blood pressure, WHO says
The World Health Organization (WHO) has recently released its first-ever report on the widespread and devastating impact of hypertension (high blood pressure), often termed...