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High blood pressure can harm kidneys early—even without diabetes

A new study from the Medical University of Vienna has found that high blood pressure (hypertension) can cause early damage to the kidneys—even in...

High-dose vitamin D may help slow early multiple sclerosis

A new study from researchers in France has found that taking high doses of vitamin D every two weeks may help reduce disease activity...

Better sleep linked to less severe heart, kidney, and metabolic disease

A new study has found that people who sleep better may be less likely to suffer from a serious mix of health problems that...

These people are at greater risk of uncontrolled high blood pressure

High blood pressure, or hypertension, affects nearly half of adults in the United States, according to the American Heart Association (AHA). It’s a serious...

Popular weight loss diet may may harm heart and kidney health

A new in-depth review has found that ketogenic (or keto) diets may do more harm than good for many people, especially those who are...

“Forever chemical” linked to liver cancer, study finds

Scientists from the University of Southern California (USC) have discovered a link between exposure to a common synthetic chemical and a higher risk of...

Taking blood pressure drug at night lowers heart disease risk

A recent study has found that people with high blood pressure can improve their heart health and lower their risk of serious heart problems...

Certain personality traits may protect you from Alzheimer’s disease

A recent study from the University of Geneva suggests that some personality traits—such as being curious, independent, and less concerned with pleasing others—might help...

A surprising drug may help treat obesity and heart disease

Scientists at Johns Hopkins Medicine have discovered that an experimental drug originally developed for other health problems could help reduce obesity and improve heart...

Understanding high blood pressure drugs and their side effects

High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a serious condition that often requires medication to keep it under control. These medicines can lower the risk...