Researchers find a better first choice for treating high blood pressure
High blood pressure is a very common health problem that affects millions of people around the world. It happens when the force of blood...
Why the bottom number in blood pressure matters for dementia risk
A recent study has found that the bottom number in a blood pressure reading—known as diastolic blood pressure—may be more important for brain health...
This food may give you healthier waist size, lower blood pressure, better blood sugar
A new long-term study from Tufts University has found that eating at least three servings of whole grains a day may help middle-aged and...
These common drugs may make high blood pressure worse
High blood pressure, also called hypertension, is a serious health issue that affects millions of people worldwide. It happens when the force of blood...
How a common mouth bacterium could make heart attacks worse
Brushing and flossing your teeth might do more than just keep your smile bright — it could also help protect your heart. A new...
Heartburn drugs and kidney damage: What you need to know
Millions of people take medications known as proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) to relieve heartburn, acid reflux, and related stomach issues.
These drugs—sold under familiar brand names like Prilosec,...
Could a diabetes drug help prevent Alzheimer’s disease?
Alzheimer’s disease is a brain disorder that mostly affects older people. It is the most common type of dementia and slowly takes away a...
Could a common blood pressure medicine raise risk of vision loss?
A new study from the UK suggests that a widely used blood pressure medicine—Calcium Channel Blockers (CCBs)—may be linked to a higher risk of...
Common pre-surgery drug may harm heart health if used at night
Midazolam is a widely used medicine in hospitals. Doctors often give it to patients before surgery to help them feel calm and sleepy. It...
Common cholesterol drug rosuvastatin may harm kidney health
Statins are a type of medicine widely used to lower cholesterol and protect against heart disease. One of the most common statins is rosuvastatin,...