Study shows one drug may be enough after heart surgery
When people have serious heart conditions, doctors often perform a special procedure called percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) to open up clogged heart arteries.
After this,...
New blood pressure pill shows big promise for people who don’t respond to other...
High blood pressure is a major health problem around the world. It affects about 1.3 billion people.
In many cases, even with treatment, blood pressure...
Scientists discover surprising new way to stop Alzheimer’s
Scientists at the University of Virginia School of Medicine have made an exciting discovery that may lead to new treatments for Alzheimer’s disease and...
Lowering blood pressure more could save lives, even with risks
A new study from Mass General Brigham shows that bringing blood pressure down to lower levels may help prevent serious health problems, even if...
Medical marijuana may raise risk of dangerous heart rhythm disease
Medical marijuana is becoming more popular for treating long-term pain caused by illnesses like cancer, arthritis, and nerve problems.
But a new study from Gentofte...
Ibuprofen and blood pressure meds: a risky mix for your kidneys
People who take medicine for high blood pressure should be careful when using ibuprofen, a common painkiller found in most homes.
A new study from...
How to treat erectile dysfunction in diabetes
Erectile dysfunction (ED) is a common problem for men with diabetes. In fact, up to half of all men with diabetes may experience some...
Avoid these foods to keep your blood pressure in check
High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is a silent creeper that can lead to serious health problems like heart disease and stroke.
What you...
Type 2 diabetes makes chronic diseases grow faster
New research presented at a major diabetes conference in Vienna shows that type 2 diabetes (T2D) makes people develop more chronic diseases faster than...
Mental health issues can damage heart attack recovery
After a heart attack, many people go through emotional struggles such as depression, anxiety, stress, or even post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
These mental health challenges...