Tag: hypertension
“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.
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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.
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“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...