Why heart failure drugs still important after recovery
People with heart failure often take several medicines to help their heart work better and prevent serious problems.
Heart failure means the heart cannot pump...
Best breakfast foods to eat to reduce high blood pressure
Keeping your blood pressure under control is important for staying healthy. High blood pressure can lead to serious problems like heart disease and stroke....
Cannabis-inspired drug can reduce pain without addiction risk
Scientists at Washington University School of Medicine and Stanford University have developed a new compound that may offer pain relief without the risks linked...
Common causes of fluctuating blood pressure
Blood pressure is the force of blood pushing against the walls of your blood vessels. It naturally changes during the day depending on what...
Why kidney disease can cause itchy skin
Many people may not realize that kidney disease can cause skin problems, but for those living with the condition, itchy skin and rashes are...
Moderate coffee drinking may lower risk of stroke and heart disease
Good news for coffee lovers: drinking up to three cups of coffee a day may help protect your heart and reduce the risk of...
Long-term safety of two popular blood pressure drugs
A new 17-year study from Columbia University gives us a better understanding of two common medicines used to treat high blood pressure: chlorthalidone and...
Fatigue in older adults linked to higher risk of early death
A new study from the University of Pittsburgh has found that feeling very tired may be more serious than we thought, especially for older...
How blood vessel cells may worsen heart disease
Heart disease is a major cause of death around the world. In the United States, about one out of every four deaths is caused...
Some blood pressure drugs may be linked to bowel problems
High blood pressure is a major health problem that affects about 1 in 10 adults around the world.
People with high blood pressure often need...