Tag: high blood pressure
Higher body mass index means greater risk of disease, death
Higher BMI linked with increased risk of serious health problems, finds major study
Higher BMI is associated with increased risk of developing serious health disorders...
Repeat BP measurements essential for hypertension diagnosis
Study highlights the importance of measuring blood pressure repeatedly during a single visit to reach correct hypertension diagnosis
Blood pressure needs to be measured repeatedly...
Young people with high blood pressure may suffer brain shrinkage
Study shows even when blood pressure is below the levels considered as hypertension, it affects the brain
Young people with elevated blood pressure even when...
Indian pharma company recalls blood pressure, heart drugs in the US
Aurobindo Pharma is recalling its blood pressure medication over concerns that the tablets could contain trace amounts of an ingredient that may cause cancer
Indian...
Smoking, diabetes, high BP greater risk factors in women
Study examines how risk levels differ for men and women even for known heart attack risk factors
Smoking, diabetes and high blood pressure are known...
Resistant high blood pressure linked to lead in shin bone
Lead accumulation in shin bone may be associated with resistant high blood pressure
Accumulation of lead in the shin bone of men was associated with...
Gum disease may make blood pressure drugs less effective
Study shows that good oral health ensures hypertension patients respond better to medicines
Hypertensive? Your teeth may be an indicator how well you will respond...
Crash diets could increase stubborn belly fat, presage hypertension
Animal studies show crash diets lead to increased abdominal fat, blood pressure to increase
Crash dieting is bad for the health - if you have...
High BP, diabetes during pregnancy may cause more hot flushes
New onset high blood pressure and diabetes during pregnancy may be associated with greater number of hot flushes during menopauseA new study suggests that...
Check blood pressure at home for better control
Home based blood pressure monitoring also saves medical costs, found a studyThat small box with a digital display that measures blood pressure without the...