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High blood pressure in midlife ups your risk of brain damage in later life

A new study finds strong association between diastolic blood pressure before the age of 50 and brain damage in later life. Read on to know more.
Can BP drugs increase cancer risk?

A new study has addressed an ongoing controversy about whether taking BP drugs increases the risk of developing cancer.
Did you know there is no 'perfect' blood pressure reading? (+ other facts about hypertension)

Dr Sudhir Pillai, consultant cardiologist, P D Hinduja Hospital & Medical Research Centre, Mumbai tells you some important facts about hypertension.
Control blood pressure without meds: here’s what you should do

For a health issue like high blood pressure, it's important to consult a doctor. But you can increase the efficacy of medicines and may gradually reduce your dependency on them if you do the following.
No-drug solutions to your high BP

A new study published at the American Heart Association's (AHA) Hypertension 2019 Scientific Sessions states that hula dancing can reduce your blood pressure reading. Here are some other ways you can control your high blood pressure.
Drugs prescribed to BP patients could treat Parkinson's

A new study published in Nature Communications has revealed that the drugs used to treat BP problem can potentially treat Parkinson's disease as well.
Mid-day nap may lower your risk of developing hypertension: Study

A recent study presented at the American College of Cardiology's 68th Annual Scientific Session, has revealed that mid-day sleepers have lower risk of developing high blood pressure.
Consuming omega-3 supplement during pregnancy can prevent your kid from high BP: Study

According to a study published in the JAMA Network Open journal, daily consumption of 600 milligrams docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) by pregnant mothers can help prevent high blood pressure problems in their kids later.
Tooth loss in postmenopausal women linked to hypertension, claims study

Postmenopausal women experiencing tooth loss could be at higher risk of developing high blood pressure -- a key risk factor for heart disease.
Smoking, high BP raises risk of heart attack relapse, claims study

Young men who are chain smokers or suffer from hypertension could be at an increased risk of heart attack recurrence.
Smoke-free policies linked to lower BP among non-smokers, claims study

While smoke-free policies and laws that prohibit smoking in public places like bars and restaurants have been associated with reduced rates of hospitalisation for heart disease, previous studies have not examined changes in blood pressure.
Researchers says pulse oximeters capable of reading BP too

According to a joint research conducted at the Canadian and Chinese health facilities, with a few tweaks, pulse oximeters can double up as BP monitoring tools in the near future.
5 ways by which artificial intelligence is transforming healthcare

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is the new ray of advancement in healthcare and here is how it is helping healthcare move towards precision and accuracy.
Hypertension: Try having these 3 things to keep high BP at bay

Ever wondered why your great grandparents didn't suffer as many ailments as we do? That's because they ate nutrient-rich foods that kept them healthy.
Hypertension: How to take care of yourself at home

It is always advisable to keep a track of your BP levels. This is what you must remember while you monitor BP at home.
7 foods that will help you lower high blood pressure

Hypertension can harm you in many ways. Treating it naturally has multiple benefits. Here are 7 foods that you must include in your diet.
7 foods that will help you lower high blood pressure

Hypertension can harm you in many ways. Treating it naturally has multiple benefits. Here are 7 foods that you must include in your diet.
World Hypertension Day 2018: Eating habits that are triggering high BP

Hypertension, also known as high Blood Pressure, is a lifestyle disease; eating habits can have an impact on your Blood Pressure(BP) on day-to-day and long-term basis.
National Dengue Day 2018: Not Low platelet count but capillary leak syndrome is the main complication of dengue fever

Platelet count improves naturally with remedial measures.
Low BP: A perennial problem that could be solved with these tips

Maintain a healthy routine and a healthy exercise regime.