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A new way to decide if you need high blood pressure drugs

Deciding whether to take medication for high blood pressure has been a complex issue. Traditionally, doctors have used a tool that calculates someone's 10-year risk...

Why weight loss can help control high blood pressure

High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a serious health condition that affects millions of people around the world. It’s often called the "silent killer"...

Radiotherapy could prevent breast cancer recurrence

A long-term study has shown that providing radiotherapy after surgery can significantly reduce the risk of breast cancer returning in the same area for...

Jolted awake at 2 a.m., his aorta had torn

Roy and Kim Reid started a Memorial Day weekend with dinner and a movie at home. When Kim went to bed, Roy decided to...

High iron intake from meat may increase risk of type 2 diabetes

A new study from Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health has found a strong connection between high intake of heme iron, which is...

Flu shots may protect you from stroke, study finds

A stroke is a serious health issue that happens when blood flow to the brain is blocked. Imagine a roadblock that stops cars from...

Dangerous heart risks of aspirin you need to know

Aspirin is a widely known and frequently used medicine, often taken to reduce pain, inflammation, and fever. It's also commonly prescribed to lower the...

Common side effects of high blood pressure medications

High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a widespread health issue affecting millions of people around the globe. Managing hypertension often requires medication, which plays a...

Can pollution cause Parkinson’s disease?

Parkinson’s disease is a progressive neurological disorder that affects the brain’s ability to control movement. It is marked by the damage or loss of...

Why your 40s and 60s feel like your body is changing

If you've ever felt like your body is suddenly going through big changes in your 40s or 60s, it might not just be in...