Study finds a big hidden cause of high blood pressure
Scientists at Brigham and Women’s Hospital have made a discovery that could change how we understand and treat high blood pressure.
They found that a...
Can you drink alcohol if you have type 2 diabetes?
Alcohol consumption and its effects on health can be a confusing topic, especially for individuals managing chronic conditions like type 2 diabetes.
Understanding how alcohol...
Bacteria may be key to the mystery of why you sleep
The research shows that a substance in the mesh-like walls of bacteria, known as peptidoglycan, is naturally present in the brains of mice and...
Ethnicity plays a key role in high blood pressure treatment, study finds
New research has shown that the most effective treatment for high blood pressure can depend on a person’s ethnicity.
The results come from the AIM-HY...
Some mental diseases could double heart disease death risk
In the United States, someone dies from heart disease every 34 seconds.
Nearly half of the population suffers from some form of cardiovascular disease (CVD),...
New daily pill can lead to significant weight loss
A new daily pill may help people with obesity lose a significant amount of weight without the need for injections.
The medication, called orforglipron, is...
Why caring for your heart could lower cancer and dementia risk
Taking care of your heart doesn’t just protect you from heart attacks and strokes—it helps your entire body stay healthier and stronger.
A new study...
Daily yoghurt may help lower high blood pressure, study finds
If you enjoy a scoop of yoghurt in the morning or as a quick snack during the day, here’s some good news: it might...
First reference charts for arterial stiffness in youth
An international research team has created the first set of reference charts to measure blood vessel stiffness in healthy young people.
This important step could...
Why can beetroot juice help lower blood pressure in older people
The blood pressure-lowering effect of nitrate-rich beetroot juice in older people may be due to specific changes in their oral microbiome, according to the...