Intensive BP lowering reduces chronic kidney disease patients'' risks of premature dying
The appropriate target for blood pressure in patients with CKD and hypertension has been unclear.
Jun 24, 2017, 00:16 AM IST
Home blood pressure monitors unacceptably inaccurate, says study
The findings are extremely relevant given millions of patients are asked to monitor their blood pressure through a device at home and report the results back to their doctor.
Jun 10, 2017, 13:39 PM IST
People with mild sleep apnoea at higher risk of hypertension, diabetes
Obstructive sleep apnoea is a serious chronic disease that involves the repeated collapse of the upper airway during sleep.
Jun 05, 2017, 22:47 PM IST
One-third of 1,400 hypertension patients avoid taking their medications, says study
Tomaszewski's research team has just been awarded 750,000 by the British Heart Foundation to further the understanding of non-adherence to antihypertensive treatment.
May 21, 2017, 13:31 PM IST
Beware, young adults! Hypertension at this stage may elevate stroke risk later
Researchers from University of Texas Southwestern Medical Centre in the US looked at whether otherwise healthy isolated systolic hypertension (ISH) patients actually have a cardiovascular problem.
May 20, 2017, 19:01 PM IST
Beware: Young adults suffering from hypertension at higher risk of stroke in adulthood!
The condition, which primarily affects young adults aged between 18 to 49 is commonly treated in elderly patients.
May 20, 2017, 16:07 PM IST
World Hypertension Day 2017: Some essential tips to prevent first signs
As per Coronary Artery Disease Index in Asian Indians (CADI), the number of people with hypertension is projected to increase from 118 million in 2000 to 214 million in 2025, with the ailment affecting both men and women.
May 17, 2017, 14:17 PM IST
Uncontrolled high blood pressure can cause stroke
High blood pressure can cause blood clots to form in the arteries leading to your brain, blocking blood flow and leading to lack of oxygen supply to the brain cells and tissues, potentially causing a stroke.
May 17, 2017, 13:16 PM IST
World Hypertension Day 2017: Know your risks and get screened for high blood pressure
Hypertension is a long-term medical condition in which the force of the blood against the artery walls is too high.
May 17, 2017, 09:37 AM IST
More than 50% doctors suffer from hypertension owing to high stress levels!
Hypertension is one of the most common lifestyle diseases prevalent today with one in three Indian adults suffering from it and is equally high amongst the medical fraternity.
May 16, 2017, 21:12 PM IST
Salt intake: Indians consume more than 100% of daily recommended amount
Excessive consumption of salt can lead to high blood pressure and increase the risk of heart disease and stroke.
May 01, 2017, 13:39 PM IST
Consuming less salt not a solution to lower your BP: Study
However, over the next 16 years, the researchers found that the study participants who consumed less than 2,500 milligrams of sodium a day had higher blood pressure than participants who consumed higher amounts of sodium.
Hypertension can increase your tension – Here comes another cause for it
In a study published in the journal JCI Insight, the researchers named the new cause as Connshing syndrome which is linked to the overproduction of the stress hormone cortisol.
Apr 22, 2017, 18:39 PM IST
Trick to keep hypertension at bay is here
Hypertension is a global health issue that affects more than one billion people worldwide.
Apr 06, 2017, 14:30 PM IST
Green coffee: Know its amazing health benefits!
Do you know that green coffee is good for health? Well, many of us might not be aware that green coffee promotes many nutritional and health benefits.
Mar 31, 2017, 23:58 PM IST
Hypertension not always genuine, can be a case of misdiagnosis too: Experts
The researchers believe that clinicians should adopt these devices to detect individuals likely to suffer from high blood pressure, researchers said.
Mar 20, 2017, 17:37 PM IST
Irregular brain activity, blood flow reasons behind high BP
High blood pressure is a condition in which the force of the blood against the artery walls is too high.
Mar 10, 2017, 15:40 PM IST
New four-in-one pill found to treat hypertension
Every patient on the pilot trial conducted by The George Institute for Global Health in Australia saw their blood levels drop to normal levels in just four weeks.
Feb 11, 2017, 13:27 PM IST
Football may reduce high blood pressure in women
In addition, football can also be used for effective prevention and treatment of a number of lifestyle diseases, including cardiovascular disease and Type 2 diabetes.
Jan 26, 2017, 00:29 AM IST
Tackling non-communicable diseases: Health Ministry to launch screening programme for NCDs next month
The programme, as a part of the National Health Mission, will focus on five common NCDs - hypertension, diabetes and cancers of oral cavity, breast and cervix - which account for over 60 per cent of all mortality in India.
Jan 25, 2017, 11:33 AM IST