Common hypertension drugs may raise blood pressure in some patients
High blood pressure, also called hypertension, is a common health issue in the U.S., affecting nearly half of all adults. Many people don’t even...
The worst foods for high blood pressure in older people
High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a common condition that affects many seniors. It can strain the heart, damage blood vessels, and increase the...
Study finds new cause of irregular heartbeat
Doctors often treat diseases in a one-size-fits-all way, but some conditions have different causes for different people.
A recent study by researchers from Vanderbilt University...
Small daily habit may reduce high blood pressure, heart disease
A recent statement from the American Heart Association (AHA) suggests that doctors should encourage otherwise healthy adults with slightly elevated blood pressure or cholesterol...
Keeping blood pressure under control may lower dementia risk
A recent study from researchers at Beijing Anzhen Hospital and other institutions has found that keeping blood pressure under control for a longer period...
Study finds big cause of higher heart disease risk in type 2 diabetes
People with Type 2 diabetes are more likely to suffer from heart attacks, strokes, and early death due to a condition called atherosclerosis, where...
Research shows new genetic cause of heart rhythm disorder
Researchers have significantly expanded the understanding of the genetic causes of atrial fibrillation (AF), a common heart condition that leads to an irregular heartbeat...
Fried potatoes may raise blood pressure in women, study finds
A new study from Imperial College London suggests that how potatoes are cooked plays an important role in their effect on blood pressure and...
Common sedative in nighttime surgeries may increase heart disease risk
A recent study from the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus suggests that the widely used sedative midazolam may increase the risk of heart...
Common blood pressure drug may increase heart failure risk for women
A new study from the University of Bologna has raised concerns about a common blood pressure medication called beta-blockers.
The research suggests that women with...