These two strategies are both necessary for blood pressure control
In a recent review study, researchers find both targeted and population-based strategies for blood pressure control can help prevent high blood pressure.
High blood pressure...
Scientists discover the genetic cause of male baldness
Recently, a genomic study of baldness finds more than 200 genetic regions are involved in this common but potentially embarrassing condition.
These genetic variants may...
Vitamin B12 screening may prevent nerve damage in type 2 diabetes
In a new study, researchers found that patients with type-2 diabetes, taking metformin, should have their vitamin B12 levels assessed more regularly to avoid...
Checking blood pressure at home is more accurate than in office
In a new paper, researchers suggest that doctors could improve the care of high blood pressure by relying more on home blood pressure (BP)...
How western diets could harm your blood pressure
A South American tribe living in near-total isolation with no Western dietary influences showed no increase in average blood pressure from age one to...
Frequent sauna use linked to lower risk of heart disease, stroke
In a new study, researchers found that regular sauna use is linked to a lower risk of death from cardiovascular disease (CVD) in men...
Lung disease in middle age may increase dementia risk
In a new study, researchers found that middle-aged adults with lung disease may be at greater risk of developing dementia or cognitive impairment later...
How aspirin and omega-3 may help prevent bowel cancer
In a new study, researchers found that both aspirin and a purified omega-3, called EPA, reduce the number of pre-cancerous polyps in people at...
Older heart attack patients should pay attention to bleeding risk
Many older patients who are considered frail by medical standards receive anticoagulants (blood thinners) and undergo cardiac catheterization during a heart attack.
A new study...
How rose geranium oil could benefit cancer patients
In a recent study, researchers found that rose geranium oil may help to ease the symptoms of a common and painful nasal condition that...