In a nutshell This study summarized recent recommendations from the American College of Cardiology and the American Heart Association on managing hypertension. Some background Managing hypertension (high blood pressure) is important to prevent serious complications such as cardiovascular disease and stroke. The American College of Cardiology...
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Salt intake and hypertension: could other dietary factors be influencing this relationship?
In a nutshell This study investigated the effects of dietary factors on the relationship between salt intake and hypertension. The study concluded that the association between salt intake and hypertension is not influenced by any other dietary factor. Some background Managing hypertension (high blood pressure) can be achieved using a number...
Read MoreDoes intensive blood pressure control provide beneficial outcomes?
In a nutshell This study investigated whether a systolic blood pressure (SBP) of 120 mm Hg or less is beneficial for patients with and without diabetes. This study concluded that this intensive blood pressure control improves cardiovascular outcomes. Some background Proper management of blood pressure (BP) in diabetes has been controversial since...
Read More5 Things You Probably Didn’t Know About Your Adrenal Glands
The adrenal glands-which are also called suprarenal glands-are part of the endocrine system and are found on the top of each kidney. How the endocrine system hormones work Hormones secreted from glands of the endocrine system travel in the bloodstream to target cells. Target cells have receptors that are specific to each hormone. The hormones and receptors...
Read MoreDoes the season affect blood pressure levels?
In a nutshell This study investigated If there is a difference in average blood pressure levels between seasons. They found that blood pressure was generally lower between February to July and higher between August and December. Some background Managing blood pressure is important to prevent cardiovascular (heart and circulatory system)...
Read MoreCan a diet high in fish, eggs, nuts, fruit and vegetable diet improve blood pressure control?
In a nutshell This study investigated if a diet high in fish, eggs, milk, nuts, vegetables and fruit and low in salt has an impact on hypertension. They found that this diet was associated with a reduced incidence of hypertension and improved BP control in patients with hypertension. Some background Hypertension or high blood pressure can be managed...
Read MoreHypertension and pregnancy risks: does pre-pregnancy blood pressure management have an impact?
In a nutshell This study investigated if managing blood pressure in the first trimester of pregnancy reduced prevented hypertension and pregnancy risk later on. They found that managing blood pressure levels in early pregnancy reduced the rate of severe hypertension and other pregnancy complications. Some background Hypertension or high blood pressure...
Read MoreStrict blood pressure management and heart health: Does ethnicity play a role?
In a nutshell This study investigated if the improvement in cardiac health using strict blood pressure management was different between race and ethnicity. They found that there was no difference in cardiac outcomes between patients of different ethnicities. Some background Hypertension (high blood pressure) is a serious condition that can cause...
Read MoreLooking for participants to test a stress management approach to treat high blood pressure
In a nutshell This phase 3 trial will evaluate if managing stress can reduce blood pressure in patients with hypertension. The main outcome to be investigated is a reduction in blood pressure. This trial is being conducted in Cleveland, Ohio and Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The details Managing hypertension (high blood pressure) involves several...
Read MoreSearching for participants to test an exercise program for managing hypertension
In a nutshell This trial will examine the effects of resistance exercise on blood pressure and cardiovascular risk in African Americans. The main outcome to be measured will be changes in blood pressure. This trial is being conducted in Chicago, Illinois. The details Managing blood pressure is important for patients with hypertension (high blood...
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After three hurricanes, flooding, fires and mudslides, and now severe cold and snow in the Deep South and throughout the country, the US has had its share of emergencies. Are you prepared? For people who rely on oxygen, who are on dialysis, have diabetes or other serious conditions, it is time to think about putting together some of the essentials. What...
Read MoreCan sacubitril/valsartan improve heart structure in patients with hypertension?
In a nutshell This study investigated if sacubitril/valsartan is as effective as olmesartan in the treatment of hypertension. They found that sacubitril/valsartan improved left ventricle mass and this was not as a result of reduced blood pressure. Some background Hypertension or high blood pressure can cause changes to occur in the...
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