What medicines can help prevent stroke?
A stroke can happen when a blood vessel in the brain becomes blocked or bursts, cutting off oxygen and damaging brain cells. Because strokes...
How electrolytes affect your blood pressure health
High blood pressure, or hypertension, happens when the force of blood against the walls of your arteries stays too high for too long. This...
When weight loss is a red flag of cancer
Losing weight without trying might sound like a welcome surprise, but in some cases, it can be a sign of something more serious. Unexplained...
How to slow down chronic kidney disease naturally
Chronic kidney disease, or CKD, is a long-term condition where the kidneys gradually lose their ability to filter waste and fluids from the blood....
Simple daily habits that help lower blood pressure
High blood pressure, also called hypertension, is a common health condition that affects millions of people around the world. What makes it tricky is...
New tool can benefit older adults with irregular heartbeat
A team of international healthcare researchers is developing a new software tool that could transform how older adults with atrial fibrillation (AF) and other...
Red onion skin extract may help lower blood pressure, study finds
In a surprising new study, scientists from the University of Bonn have discovered that red onion skins—something most people throw away—might actually help lower...
Many older adults are ready to stop medications, study finds
Did you know that a large number of older adults are open to the idea of “deprescribing”—that is, stopping medications they no longer need?...
How often should you check your blood pressure at home?
Checking your blood pressure at home is a simple but powerful way to take control of your health—especially if you have high blood pressure,...
Quick chat between doctors could help people with type 2 diabetes stay healthier
A new study from Western Sydney University has found that a simple idea—just a short discussion between two doctors—can lead to big improvements for...