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“Target populations for effective blood pressure control”

New study says targeted population based approaches work in tackling hypertension epidemic Hypertension, or high blood pressure, is the leading risk factor for heart disease. A...

Even the fittest middle aged people not safe from heart disease

Study shows it is very important for those above 35 to regularly see a doctor for risk factors like hypertension etc If you are on...

Starting with 2 drugs instead of 1 key to blood pressure...

New study says a single pill with two drugs could transform blood pressure control A single pill with two drugs could transform blood pressure treatment. The...

Higher body mass index associated with higher blood pressure

Study finds positive correlation between body mass index and blood pressure More your body mass index, more likely are you to be prone to hypertension. An...

“India needs salt reduction plan to control high bp, CVD”

New study by Public Health Foundation of India calls for salt reduction programme Days after an international study pointed out that salt reduction as a...

Hypertension, smoking associated with late onset epilepsy

Hypertension, diabetes and smoking could increase risk of epilepsy in later life Hypertension, diabetes and smoking do not just precipitate cardiovascular diseases. These lifestyle factors...

Living close to nature has health benefits, study shows

Exposure to green space reduces the risk of type II diabetes, cardiovascular disease, premature death, preterm birth, stress, and high blood pressure. If you were...

Screening data shows 8.4% incidence of diabetes, 10% of hypertension

This is the first time data from the screening of more than 35 crore people has been published Data from the largest screening programme in...

High blood pressure increases dementia risk

Research shows people who are hypertensive have a higher risk of dementiaHigh blood pressure may accelerate the rate of memory loss. A new study in...

Poly pills works better for people with high blood pressure

Study finds better treatment outcomes in hypertensives with combination pill People who are prescribed a combination pill to manage their high blood pressure are more...