Study shows reducing sodium intake lowered blood pressure in as little as one week
Nov 12, 2023, at 07:36 pm
Reducing daily sodium intake by around 4,000 mg/day significantly lowered systolic blood pressure in more than 70% of adults, ages 50 to 75, in as little as one week compared to their usual diet, according to late-breaking science presented today at the American Heart Association’s Scientific Sessions 2023.
COVID-19 may trigger new-onset high blood pressure: Study
Aug 21, 2023, at 10:29 pm
Dallas: An analysis of electronic medical records for more than 45,000 people found that COVID-19 infection was significantly associated with the development of high blood pressure, according to new research published today in Hypertension, an American Heart Association journal.
Study finds exercises which can reduce blood pressure
Jul 28, 2023, at 02:34 pm
Static isometric exercises, the sort that involve engaging muscles without movement, such as wall sits and planks, are best for lowering blood pressure, according to research conducted by Canterbury Christ Church University and published online in the British Journal of Sports Medicine.
Study finds high blood pressure in your 30s associated with worse brain health in your 70s
Apr 10, 2023, at 11:47 pm
Having high blood pressure in your 30s is associated with worse brain health around age 75, especially for men, according to a new UC Davis study.
Children with high blood pressure often become adults with high blood pressure: Study
Mar 31, 2023, at 11:27 pm
Dallas: High blood pressure in children is not uncommon, and research shows it may lead to high blood pressure in adulthood, as well as problems with the heart, blood vessels and kidneys, according to a new scientific statement from the American Heart Association published today in the Association’s Hypertension journal.
Study finds blood pressure greater than 130/85 mmHg can cause heart damage in adolescents: Study
Mar 25, 2023, at 11:26 pm
New York: Elevated blood pressure and hypertension can cause early cardiac damage during adolescence which is worsened by young adulthood, a paper published in the Journal of Pediatrics concludes.
More than 62 pc of Chronic Kidney Disease in India due to diabetes, hypertension and obesity: Expert
Mar 11, 2023, at 08:45 pm
Kochi: Over 62 pc of Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) are due to diabetes, hypertension and obesity in India.
Regular paracetamol use linked to higher blood pressure: Study
Feb 08, 2022, at 11:23 pm
London: Long-term paracetamol use could increase the risk of heart disease and strokes in people with high blood pressure, a study suggests.
High blood pressure now more common in low and middle-income countries, new report finds
Aug 25, 2021, at 10:23 pm
New York: The vast majority of people with high blood pressure, or hypertension, – a serious medical condition that significantly increases the risks of heart, brain, kidney and other diseases – live in low and middle-incomes countries, a World Health Organization (WHO) report released on Wednesday has revealed.
Blood pressure connected to eye health in young children
Jul 03, 2020, at 05:14 pm
Young children with narrow retinal artery diameters were more likely to develop higher blood pressure, and children with higher blood pressure levels were more likely to develop retinal microvascular impairment during early childhood, according to a new study published today in Hypertension, an American Heart Association journal. This is the first study to show this connection in children.
No increase in risk of COVID-19 with blood pressure medicines, assures DAK
Jun 01, 2020, at 05:54 pm
Srinagar/UNI: Doctors Association Kashmir (DAK) on Monday said blood pressure medicines do not increase the risk of infection, serious illness or death from Coronavirus.
Chinese scientists develop skin-like system for blood pressure monitoring
Apr 28, 2020, at 12:02 pm
Beijing/Xinhua/UNI: Chinese scientists have developed a skin-like integrated optoelectronic system that can be used as a wearable device for blood pressure monitoring.
Working too much could lead to high blood pressure: Study
Dec 22, 2019, at 08:29 pm
New York/IBNS: Being a workaholic may not just affect your social life. People who put in long hours at the office may be more likely to have high blood pressure, a new study shows.
Surgery using ultrasound energy found to treat high blood pressure: Study
Mar 19, 2019, at 09:27 pm
London, Mar 19 (IBNS): A one-off operation that targets the nerves connected to the kidney has been found to maintain reduced blood pressure in hypertension patients for at least six months, according to the results of a clinical trial led in the UK by Queen Mary University of London and Barts Health NHS Trust, and supported by the National Institute for Health Research (NIHR).
Moderate alcohol consumption linked with high blood pressure: Study
Mar 11, 2019, at 06:54 pm
Washington, Mar 11 (IBNS): A study of more than 17,000 U.S. adults shows that moderate alcohol consumption—seven to 13 drinks per week—substantially raises one’s risk of high blood pressure, or hypertension, according to research being presented at the American College of Cardiology’s 68th Annual Scientific Session.
A nap a day keeps high blood pressure at bay: Study
Mar 11, 2019, at 06:29 pm
Washington, Mar 11 (IBNS): It seems that napping may do more than just reboot our energy level and improve our mood. New research being presented at the American College of Cardiology’s 68th Annual Scientific Session found that people who took advantage of a midday snooze were more likely to have a noticeable drop in blood pressure compared with those who didn’t nap.
Having a partner present even in your mind can keep blood pressure down: Study
Jan 23, 2019, at 04:53 pm
New York, Jan 23 (IBNS): When faced with a stressful situation, thinking about your romantic partner may help keep your blood pressure under control just as effectively as actually having your significant other in the room with you, according to a new study by University of Arizona psychologists.
As body mass index increases, blood pressure may as well: Study
Aug 18, 2018, at 07:52 pm
New York, Aug 18 (IBNS): Body mass index is positively associated with blood pressure, according to the ongoing study of 1.7 million Chinese men and women being conducted by researchers at the Yale Center for Outcomes Research and Evaluation (CORE) and in China. These findings appear in the Aug. 17 issue of JAMA Network Open.
In women, even mild sleep problems may raise blood pressure: Study
Jun 27, 2018, at 07:41 pm
New York, June 27 (IBNS): It is well known that chronic sleep deprivation can affect cardiovascular health.
High blood pressure linked to common heart valve disorder, finds study
Oct 25, 2017, at 02:16 am
London, Oct 24 (IBNS): For the first time, a strong link has been established between high blood pressure and the most common heart valve disorder in high-income countries, by new research from The George Institute for Global Health at the University of Oxford.
Scientists find that internet withdrawal increases heart rate and blood pressure
Jun 02, 2017, at 11:51 pm
London, June 2 (IBNS): Scientists and clinicians from Swansea and Milan have found that some people who use the internet a lot experience significant physiological changes such as increased heart rate and blood pressure when they finish using the internet.
University of Birmingham scientists name 'Connshing syndrome' as a new cause of high blood pressure
Apr 22, 2017, at 11:00 pm
London, Apr 22 (IBNS): Research led by scientists at the University of Birmingham has revealed a new cause of high blood pressure which could lead to major changes in managing the disease.