What are major causes of high systolic blood pressure
High systolic blood pressure, often simply called high blood pressure or hypertension, is a common health problem that increases the risk of heart disease,...
How high blood pressure could affect your feelings and personality
When you visit your doctor, one of the first things they often do is check your blood pressure. Most people know that high blood...
Understanding symptoms and treatments of peripheral artery disease (PAD)
Peripheral artery disease (PAD) is a common condition that affects the blood flow to your legs and feet. It happens when the arteries that...
Iron deficiency anemia linked to higher stroke risk in young adults
A new study published in the journal eJHaem has found that iron deficiency anemia (IDA) significantly raises the risk of ischemic stroke in young adults. This...
Coffee may pose risks for people with severe high blood pressure
A new study led by Hiroyasu Iso and his team, published in the Journal of the American Heart Association, has found that people with severe...
Too much thyroid hormone may increase cognitive decline, study shows
A new study from Johns Hopkins Medicine has found that having too much thyroid hormone in the body can increase the risk of developing...
This blood pressure drug can protect kidneys in people with diabetes
Diabetes is a condition that affects millions of people worldwide. In the UK alone, around 5 million people are living with it. One of...
Research finds key cause of Alzheimer’s disease
Alzheimer’s disease is a heartbreaking condition that mostly affects older people, causing severe memory loss, confusion, and big changes in behavior. It is the...
This surgery can fight diabetes and protect the heart
Metabolic surgery, often called weight-loss surgery or bariatric surgery, is becoming more popular among people with diabetes. This surgery helps people lose weight, and...
Widely used high blood pressure drug may increase bleeding risk
A new study published in JAMA has found that a common blood pressure medication may raise the risk of serious bleeding in people who have atrial...