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What is Hypertension?

July 22, 2019 in Medical /by Marie Antoine

Hypertension affects more than 25% of adult population in Europe. It is a significant factor in increasing the risk of chronic kidney disease, vascular disease, myocardial infarction, and stroke. Therefore, […]

Recalls of Three More Losartan Batches Announced

June 12, 2019 in Medical /by Marie Antoine

In the past few months, there has been a recall for blood pressure treatment medications, on the suspicion of potential cancer-causing impurities. According to the US Public Interest Research Group, […]

Alkaline Foods That Can Reduce Your Blood Pressure

June 12, 2019 in Medical /by Marie Antoine

What you consume can have a major impact on your overall health. Eating a more alkaline-based diet can provide numerous benefits to your body , which includes protecting you from […]

Study Links Vaping to Increased Heart Attack Risk

June 11, 2019 in Medical /by Marie Antoine

Vaping has become a trend among young individuals and people generally assume it is safer than traditional cigarettes. However, a recent study has found that it is linked to an […]

Stroke 101: Things You Should Know

June 11, 2019 in Medical /by Marie Antoine

A stroke can be viewed as a brain attack, which can happen at any time, anywhere, and to anyone. It happens when the flow of blood in the brain is […]

Screening: Health Benefits and What to Expect

June 11, 2019 in Medical /by Marie Antoine

Health screening is an effective way to detect a particular condition or disease early, even when there haven’t been any signs or symptoms of that disease. Early detection means getting […]

Regular Exercise Reduces High Blood Pressure

June 11, 2019 in Medical /by Marie Antoine

As you grow older, the risk of hypertension increases. This means it is essential to take necessary precautions to control and prevent high blood pressure. Recent studies have revealed that […]

New Guidance For Hypertension Consultation

June 11, 2019 in Medical /by Marie Antoine

The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) has made a major change in the blood pressure guidance last published in 2011. The draft guidelines recommend the threshold of […]

Low Carb Diet is Putting You at Risk of Atrial Fibrillation

June 11, 2019 in Medical /by Marie Antoine

There is no shortage of diets out there and you probably have tried at least one of them. A popular one is the low carb diet such as Ketogenic (Keto) […]

Foods to Avoid When Managing High Blood Pressure

April 16, 2019 in Medical /by Marie Antoine

Diet plays a significant role in the development and management of blood pressure. A diet which is higher in calories and fat can lead to obesity which is one of […]