Hypertension
Hypertension, also known as high blood pressure, is a very prevalent cardiovascular condition where the force of the blood pressure against the arterial walls is consistently too high. It often develops over many years and can go unnoticed because it may present with no symptoms. However, uncontrolled hypertension increases the risk of severe medical issues, including heart attack, stroke, and kidney disease. It is typically diagnosed through a series of blood pressure readings, and values at or above 120/80 mmHg are generally considered high. Management includes lifestyle changes such as a balanced diet, regular physical activity, maintaining a healthy weight, and, if necessary, medication to lower blood pressure. Early detection and management of hypertension are key to prevent complications and improve health outcomes.
Hypertension
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New vaccine shown promise in preventing secondary strokes after an ischemic stroke
New research published in journal Hypertension shows that vaccine called S100A9 may be able to replace oral blood thinners to reduce the risk of secondary strokes in patients with recent ischemic stroke. Japanese researchers successfully tested an experimental vaccine…
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Calcium channel blockers used for hypertension has potential to block cancer invasion
By screening already approved drugs, the team led by Postdoctoral Researcher Guillaume Jacquemet and Academy Professor Johanna Ivaska has discovered that calcium channel blockers can efficiently stop cancer cell invasion in vitro. Calcium channel blockers are currently…
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Pediatric Hypertension underdiagnosed and undertreated
Hypertension and prehypertension in children often go undiagnosed, according to a new study published today in Pediatrics. The study focused on children with abnormal blood pressures across the United States, and is the first to show a…
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Research finds bi-directional association between fatty liver disease and heart disease
Researchers have shown that a bi-directional relationship exists between fatty liver disease and cardiovascular disease. Fatty liver disease can lead to increased cardiovascular disease risk and vice versa. The findings, which appear in the Journal of Hepatology,…
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Researchers find that acupuncture produces natural opioid enkephalin which reduce high blood pressure in mice
Researchers from the UCI Susan Samueli Center for Integrative Medicine have demonstrated that regular electro-acupuncture treatments can lower hypertension by triggering the release of opioids in the brainstem, which regulates blood pressure. Their findings, published in Nature’s…
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Research shows that positive airway pressure therapy for sleep apnea has positive impact on hypertensive patients
A new study shows that positive airway pressure (PAP) therapy for sleep apnea may have a positive impact on sleep-related functional outcomes among patients who also suffer from hypertension. The findings suggest that untreated sleep apnea may…
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