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Blood Pressure is the force of circulating blood on the walls of the arteries. Blood pressure is taken using two measurements: systolic (measured when the heart beats, when blood pressure is at its highest) and diastolic (measured between heart beats, when blood pressure is at its lowest). Blood pressure is written with the systolic blood pressure first, followed by the diastolic blood pressure (for example 120/80).

Obesity medication liraglutide is safe and effective in children aged 6 to <12 years

Liraglutide treatment significantly lowers BMI in obese children aged 6 to <12, but gastrointestinal side effects prompt the need for additional studies.

13 Sep 2024

In Montana, 911 calls reveal impact of heat waves on rural seniors

Missoula is one of Montana's largest cities but is surrounded by rural mountain communities where cattle ranching is king.

12 Sep 2024

Coffee and tea may lower dementia risk in hypertensives

Coffee and tea may protect against dementia in those with hypertension, with specific consumption patterns linked to lower risk, according to recent research.

12 Sep 2024

Stroke survivors more likely to experience abnormal sleep patterns

People who have had a stroke may be more likely to sleep too much or too little compared to those without prior stroke, according to a study published in the September 11, 2024, online issue of Neurology, the medical journal of the American Academy of Neurology.

11 Sep 2024

Klick Labs unveils voice technology for detecting hypertension with high accuracy

Researchers at Klick Labs unveiled a cutting-edge, non-invasive technique that can predict chronic high blood pressure (hypertension) with a high degree of accuracy using just a person's voice.

11 Sep 2024

Brazilian research uncovers how liver nerves regulate glucose production under stress

A study led by Brazilian researchers has produced a detailed description of the morphology of the nerves in the liver and how they control production of glucose when the organism is under stress.

11 Sep 2024

Throat problems linked to decreased baroreflex sensitivity

Patients with throat problems were less able to regulate their blood pressure in a new study led by the University of Southampton.

11 Sep 2024

Obesity medication liraglutide safe and effective in children under 12, research finds

The obesity medication liraglutide is safe and effective in children aged 6 to <12 years, new research being presented at the annual meeting of the European Association for the Study of Diabetes (EASD) in Madrid, Spain (9-13 September), and published simultaneously in the New England Journal of Medicine (NEJM), has found.

10 Sep 2024

Sulthiame shows promise in reducing obstructive sleep apnea symptoms

Patients taking sulthiame, a drug currently in use for epilepsy, experienced a reduction in their symptoms of obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA), according to results of a clinical trial presented at the European Respiratory Society (ERS) Congress in Vienna, Austria.

10 Sep 2024

Cruciferous vegetables like broccoli reduce blood pressure compared to root and squash vegetables

Daily intake of cruciferous vegetables significantly lowers blood pressure in mildly hypertensive adults, highlighting their role in cardiovascular health.

10 Sep 2024

Vitamin D supplementation shows promising impact on cardiometabolic health

A latest systematic review and meta-analysis conducted by scientists from institutions across China and the United States has uncovered promising insights into how vitamin D supplementation can significantly impact cardiometabolic health.

9 Sep 2024

Reduced heart rate variability linked to higher mortality in people with diabetes

Disruption to normal variations in daily heart rate (HR) is associated with a much higher risk of dying in people with type 1 and type 2 diabetes over 21 years, according to new research to be presented at this year's Annual Meeting of The European Association for the Study of Diabetes (EASD), Madrid (9-13 Sept).

9 Sep 2024

Good heart health during early pregnancy may reduce genetic risk of preeclampsia and hypertension

Maintaining good cardiovascular health during the first trimester of pregnancy may offset the genetic risk of developing preeclampsia and/or gestational hypertension, according to preliminary research presented at the American Heart Association's Hypertension Scientific Sessions 2024.

9 Sep 2024

Cosmochemistry techniques shed light on potential new Alzheimer's disease biomarker

The study identifies lower potassium isotope ratios in Alzheimer's patients, suggesting δ41K as a viable biomarker for early detection of the disease.

9 Sep 2024

Raw white garlic shows promise in boosting heart health and reducing disease risks

Review highlights the potential health benefits of raw white garlic consumption, particularly in improving cardiometabolic biomarkers and reducing chronic disease risks.

8 Sep 2024

Cruciferous vegetables proven to lower blood pressure more than root vegetables

Cruciferous vegetables, including broccoli, cabbage, kale, and cauliflower have been found to lower blood pressure, in comparison to root and squash vegetables, in middle-aged and older Australian adults with elevated blood pressure.

6 Sep 2024

Wearable activity trackers show promise in detecting early signals of disease

Fitbit, Apple Watch or Oura ring, wearable technology is in high demand among the health conscious. But beyond measuring heart rates and blood pressure, could fitness trackers be used to test for and effectively screen for disease?

6 Sep 2024

Study finds correlation between light pollution and Alzheimer's Disease

In some places around the globe, the lights never go off. Streetlights, roadway lighting, and illuminated signs can deter crime, make roads safer, and enhance landscaping. Undisrupted light, however, comes with ecological, behavioral, and health consequences.

6 Sep 2024

Early cholesterol spikes fuel atherosclerosis by altering macrophages

Early intermittent hyperlipidemia significantly accelerates atherosclerosis by disrupting macrophage function, highlighting the need for early cholesterol management.

6 Sep 2024

Weight-loss surgery offers better control of high blood pressure compared to medications

People with obesity who underwent weight-loss surgery were more likely to control their high blood pressure over a 1-to-5 year follow-period compared to those who managed their high blood pressure with medications and lifestyle management, according to preliminary research to be presented at the American Heart Association's Hypertension Scientific Sessions 2024.

5 Sep 2024

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Obesity medication liraglutide is safe and effective in children aged 6 to <12 years

In Montana, 911 calls reveal impact of heat waves on rural seniors

Coffee and tea may lower dementia risk in hypertensives

Stroke survivors more likely to experience abnormal sleep patterns

Klick Labs unveils voice technology for detecting hypertension with high accuracy

Brazilian research uncovers how liver nerves regulate glucose production under stress

Throat problems linked to decreased baroreflex sensitivity

Obesity medication liraglutide safe and effective in children under 12, research finds

Sulthiame shows promise in reducing obstructive sleep apnea symptoms

Cruciferous vegetables like broccoli reduce blood pressure compared to root and squash vegetables

Vitamin D supplementation shows promising impact on cardiometabolic health

Reduced heart rate variability linked to higher mortality in people with diabetes

Good heart health during early pregnancy may reduce genetic risk of preeclampsia and hypertension

Cosmochemistry techniques shed light on potential new Alzheimer's disease biomarker

Raw white garlic shows promise in boosting heart health and reducing disease risks

Cruciferous vegetables proven to lower blood pressure more than root vegetables

Wearable activity trackers show promise in detecting early signals of disease

Study finds correlation between light pollution and Alzheimer's Disease

Early cholesterol spikes fuel atherosclerosis by altering macrophages

Weight-loss surgery offers better control of high blood pressure compared to medications

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