Popular blood pressure drug recalled in the U.S. for cancer-causing impurity
Aurobindo Pharma has recalled 80 lots of valsartan, a drug used to treat high blood pressure, over probably impurities in pills sold in the U.S. Continue reading
Blood Pressure
High blood pressure is a ‘silent killer’ — but many still don’t know the risks
High blood pressure continues to be the No. 1 risk factor for stroke and other heart diseases. Continue reading
Edmonton study suggests not to rely on home blood pressure monitors
New University of Alberta research suggests those who rely on home blood pressure monitors to make health decisions could leave themselves susceptible to serious implications. Continue reading
One-fifth of Canadians diagnosed with hypertension don’t actually have it: study
Patients are getting misdiagnosed with high blood pressure because doctors are using outdated blood pressure measuring methods. Continue reading
‘Masked’ hypertension: You may have high blood pressure and not even know, docs warn
Doctors are shedding light on what’s called “masked hypertension” – when a patient’s blood pressure readings are normal at the doctor’s office but increase at other times of the day. Continue reading
Scientists may have found the cure for garlic breath
Scientists clear the air on what foods work and don’t work to rid your breath of garlic stink. Continue reading
Spending money on others may improve your cardiovascular health
Sharing the wealth can not just boost your mood, it might also significantly benefit your health, according to research out of the University of British Columbia. Continue reading
A new low for blood pressure says landmark study
Aiming lower and taking a more intensive approach to controlling high blood pressure could help millions of people over age 50, according to the results of a landmark United States. Continue reading
Study suggests getting blood pressure even lower saves lives
A major new study U.S. shows treating high blood pressure more aggressively than usual cuts the risk of heart disease and death in people over age 50, the National Institutes of Health said Friday. Continue reading
Why high cholesterol even in your 30s is a red flag for heart disease
A new study is warning that high cholesterol even in your 30s could be a warning sign for heart disease later in life. Continue reading