Health issue linked to 22% greater risk of severe Covid 'This is now a major public health problem and needs to be addressed urgently' Wales Online · Nov 10, 2022
High blood pressure linked to 22% greater risk of severe COVID – new research From early on in the pandemic it was apparent that older adults and those with underlying health problems were more likely to get very sick from a COVID infection compared with younger, healthier people. The Conversation · Nov 10, 2022
Indoor cooking on wood fires linked to pregnancy deaths ‘In-house cooking and household pollution may increase the risk of seizures. We believe that less oxygen will get to the mother’s brain,’ report author says The Independent UK · Nov 9, 2022
Indoor wood fires ‘dangerous’ for some pregnant women Study finds link between smoke-related deaths and eclampsia, helping explain worse maternal health The Guardian - UK · Nov 9, 2022
‘Exciting’ development in tackling untreatable high blood pressure Those who took a new drug during a clinical trial were found to have significantly lower blood pressure after other traditional medicines had failed. The Independent UK · Nov 7, 2022
New drug could help tackle 'untreatable' high blood pressure Researchers said those given it during a clinical trial were found to have significantly lower blood pressure Wales Online · Nov 7, 2022
5 leafy greens to include in your weight loss diet Green leafy vegetables are very important for a healthy diet. They are full of vitamins, minerals and fiber. Having a rich diet of green leafy vegetables can give us many healthy benefits which includes risk of heart disease, obesity and high blood pressure. Green leafy vegetables have high minerals content… The Times of India · Oct 28, 2022
Tackling high blood pressure cuts chances of dementia in later life, study finds A new study carried out in Australia suggests the most effective way to reduce the chances of developing dementia in later life is by tackling high blood pressure Daily Mirror · Oct 28, 2022
Strongest evidence to date that lowering blood pressure cuts the risk of dementia More young people have high blood pressure. This is shrinking their brains and putting them at higher risk of dementia. The New Daily · Oct 27, 2022
What is metabolically healthy obesity and why is it considered dangerous? Obesity or being overweight can give light to several health complications such as heart disease, diabetes, high blood pressure and certain cancers, which are collectively known as metabolic syndrome. But did you know that some people can be obese, but not have these health problems at all? This type of… The Times of India · Oct 27, 2022
Dementia risk linked to high levels of blood pressure, warns new research Many health conditions that are not effectively managed can impact other diseases. A groundbreaking new study has found those who have high blood pressure are greatly increasing their risk of having dementia later in life Daily Mirror · Oct 26, 2022
'Age is just a number': Bodybuilding Leeds grandad's dramatic transformation after health scares Steven Ramsden, from Rothwell, went from a 'big belly' and high blood pressure to being in the best shape of his life Leeds Live · Oct 6, 2022
High blood pressure warning as lack of sleep linked to increased risk High blood pressure is a a serious condition that could cause other health problems if left untreated. Experts also warn those who are lacking in sleep could be inadvertently increasing their blood pressure Daily Mirror · Oct 5, 2022
Frozen Embryos For IVF Increases Risk Of High Blood Pressure In Pregnancy Researchers said women who had frozen embryo IVF conceptions were 74% more likely to develop hypertensive disorders than those who conceived naturally. Zenger · Oct 1, 2022
The Hindu · Oct 1, 2022 Zydus gets USFDA approval for generic drug The drug is used to treat high blood pressure in the lungs
Belfast Live · Sep 28, 2022 Co Down woman suffers 'silent heart attack' after living with undetected high blood pressure Around 1 in every 8 people in Northern Ireland have high blood pressure and do not realise it.
Manchester Evening News · Sep 28, 2022 The largest cause of premature death in the UK that '70 per cent' of Manchester residents don't know they might have The problem is largely symptomless and has been dubbed 'the silent killer'
The Independent UK · Sep 27, 2022 Frozen embryo transfers could raise high blood pressure risk in mums, study suggests Embryo transfers are carried out during IVF treatment
The Independent UK · Sep 26, 2022 Frozen embryo transfers ‘linked to higher blood pressure problems in pregnancy’ Fresh embryo transfers do not appear to show the same risks.
Daily Record · Sep 25, 2022 Time of blood pressure assessment may be important as around 15 percent of adults suffer spikes at night People aged 40-75 may have an undiagnosed form of high blood pressure that spikes at night.
WEKU · Sep 20, 2022 Daily 'breath training' can work as well as medicine to reduce high blood pressure Research finds five to 10 minutes daily of a type of strength training for muscles used in breathing can help anyone reduce or prevent high blood pressure. The training can also help elite athletes.
Daily Mirror · Sep 16, 2022 Delicious drink can help lower blood pressure in an hour and reduce osteoporosis risk High blood pressure damages arteries that can become blocked and prevent blood flow to the heart muscle. Certain foods and drinks are shown to impact a person’s blood pressure reading, both positively and negatively, with one delicious drink shown to work quickly at helping to lower your reading
Tribune News Service · Sep 8, 2022 Mayo Clinic Minute: How is peripheral artery disease diagnosed? Peripheral artery disease affects 8-10 million people in the U.S., most over age 65. But it also affects younger people who have additional risk factors, such as diabetes, smoking, obesity and high blood pressure. Also, 30% of Black Americans will develop peripheral artery disease, compared to 20% each from non-Hispanic…
Edinburgh Live · Sep 7, 2022 Expert shares five key blood pressure symptoms that aren't caused by stress A senior cardiac nurse has explained the key facts about some unknown high blood pressure symptoms, as the condition - also known as hypertension - isn't always down to stress.
Daily Record · Sep 6, 2022 Five key blood pressure symptoms as expert explains main causes that aren't stress Here are key facts about high blood pressure, also known as hypertension, as explained by a senior cardiac nurse.