Flu shot could help prevent heart disease, study shows
Heart attacks remain one of the leading causes of death worldwide. Many people know that high blood pressure, smoking, and high cholesterol increase the...
Little-used blood test may prevent heart attack and stroke better
Heart disease is still the leading cause of death in many countries, including the United States. It often develops slowly over many years as...
Does coffee raise your blood pressure?
Many people start their day with a cup of coffee or enjoy a caffeinated drink in the afternoon to stay alert. Caffeine is one...
Common blood pressure drug may harm some heart failure patients
Heart failure is a serious and growing health problem, especially in older adults. It happens when the heart cannot keep up with the body’s...
Top blood pressure number may matter most for your heart, stud finds
High blood pressure, also called hypertension, is a very common health problem around the world. It increases the risk of serious conditions such as...
Scientists find root cause of hard-to-treat high blood pressure
High blood pressure is one of the most common health problems in the world. It happens when the force of blood pushing through the...
How high blood pressure may affect your emotional health, study finds
When people think about high blood pressure, they usually focus on its effects on the heart. It is well known that high blood pressure...
Older water pills may protect your blood pressure better
High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is one of the most common health conditions in the world. It often develops quietly over many...
Popular blood pressure drug may carry higher risks than expected
High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is one of the most common health problems worldwide.
It often develops slowly and may not cause clear...
Common blood pressure drug can boost cancer treatment
A new study from Dartmouth Cancer Center has found that a widely used blood pressure drug may help cancer treatments work better.
The research, published...