Childhood hypertension is now a widespread global health crisis, with rates nearly doubling due to modern lifestyle factors. Often undiagnosed, this condition increases the lifetime risk of heart disease
Beyond diet and exercise, avoiding tobacco and limiting alcohol intake can help in managing hypertension
Harvard study reveals elevated blood pressure in supine position significantly increases the risk of heart disease, stroke, and death, even when seated readings are normal
Researchers examined 133 adults from ages 18 to 80, and found that supporting the arm on the lap or leaving it hanging on the side without any support, while taking blood pressure, can overestimate the systolic blood pressure readings
The study supports vitamin D's role in maintaining circulatory and metabolic health, emphasizing the importance of adequate intake without exceeding recommended doses
A study conducted showed that nearly one in five dementia cases could be attributed to vision impairment, while another proved that untreated high blood pressure can increase the risk of Alzheimer’s
The GMRx2 pill contains low doses of three blood pressure drugs―telmisartan, amlodipine and indapamide―and is proven to be effective, with 81 per cent of a randomly assigned group of 300 adults, getting their blood pressure under control in one month
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“Measure Your Blood Pressure Accurately, Control It, and Live Longer” is the theme
The drug is developed by US-based company Alnylam
The bottles were recalled due to deviation from standard manufacturing norms
The effect was more pronounced in participants with hypertension
Food rich in polyphenols can reduce the risk of cardiovascular diseases
CTEPH is a rare & progressive form of pulmonary hypertension that could clog arteries
In the largest ever study conducted of the kind, researchers have found that
Doctors should pay attention to dental health when recommending interventions for BP
Overweight four-year-olds have a doubled risk of high blood pressure by age six
Lower-than-normal levels of zinc in the body may contribute to high blood pressure
Being in a romantic relationship might help people handle stress effectively
Gut bacteria can help defend against heart and vascular damage caused by high BP
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