Hypertension or High blood pressure is a “soundless killer” since it does not present any symptoms at the initial stage, thereby leaving you defenseless. Let us widen up our knowledge about this condition. The blood pressure pumping to the arteries are elevated with this medical state. The arteries are essential part of the body since […]
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Study Finds Bariatric Surgery Lowers Cardiac Risk Factors
San Francisco, CA (PRWEB) March 29, 2006 In a first-of-its-kind study of bariatric surgery, the Mayo Clinic studied patients who underwent Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass surgery. They discovered the procedure reaps significant cardiac benefits compared to patients enrolled in traditional weight-reduction programs. The study covered 197 patients who underwent Roux-en-Y surgery, the most common weight-loss procedure […]
ESC Congress 2010 by topic: hypertension and risk factor management
Catheter-based renal denervation increases insulin sensitivity and improves glucose metabolsim in patients with resistant hypertension (Felix Mahfoud, Homburg) Reduction in mortality with antihypertensive agents. Evidence from clinical trials in at-risk hypertensive patients (Michel Bertrand, Lille) The RESPONSE study (effect of a nurse coordinated prevention program on cardiovascular risk after an acute coronary syndrome: Main results […]
Blood Test To Predict Risk of Heart Disease For Diabetics
Blood Test To Predict Risk of Heart Disease For Diabetics Article by Ng Peng Hock Diabetes has long been regarded as a risk factor of heart disease. The specific relationship between the two was unclear although diabetes is known to double the risk of heart disease. As a result, many people living with diabetes have […]
Better Lifestyle Behaviors Cut Risk of Hypertension
The World Health Organization says high blood pressure is a global problem. According to the WHO, hypertension affects 20 percent of the world’s population [1.3 billion of 6.7 billion]. It is associated with a greater risk of heart attack and stroke, but with some lifestyle changes, a new study says it can be controlled or […]
Salt Health Risk – American Medical Association Says Reduce
www.saltsucks.com Salt is unhealthy in the excess quantities we are exposed to. Corporate America has conditioned us to crave double the amount of salt we used 40 years ago. Why? Because they have to use salt to increase the shelf life of foods – especially chain restaurants. They cant afford to prepare fresh meals at […]
3 Vegetables That Lower High Blood Pressure
When your doctor tells you that you have a high blood pressure or hypertension, it signals that your health is at risk. Hypertension exposes you to heart diseases and stroke. These two belong to the top three conditions that kill many Americans annually. How Do You Know That You Have Hypertension? A simple blood pressure […]
Cardiovascular Risk with Meridia (April 2010)
FDA is alerting healthcare professionals that Meridia (sibutramine) is contraindicated in patients with a history of cardiovascular disease because the drug increases their risk of heart attack and stroke. Meridia is used to manage obesity. In November 2009, an early communication from FDA reported preliminary study results suggesting that patients on Meridia had a greater […]
The link between home blood pressure monitoring and the risk of stroke or heart attack.
A new study finds that the best way to predict your risk of stroke or heart attack due to high blood pressure is through systematic monitoring at home rather than periodic checks in the doctor’s office, new research suggests. Dr. Henry Black, Immediate Past President American Society of Hypertension discusses the study and the implications. […]
Exercise Can Help Reduce the Risk of Type 2 Diabetes
People at risk of type 2 diabetes can delay and even prevent developing it by following a healthy lifestyle, including regular physical activity, making healthy food choices and reducing the size of their waistline. Nic Linford, Fernwood Fitness’ Weight Loss Expert says women’s waist measurement is the best indicator of risk. “If a woman’s waist […]
Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA) Risk Factors
Joe Theismann talks to WNBC about how the risk of abdominal aortic aneurysm rises if youve had high blood pressure, high cholesterol, emphysema, a history of smoking, or if you have a family history of AAA. Learn more about the risk factors at www.FindtheAAAnswers.org.
Risk Factors For Stroke (Stroke #2)
One in 16 deaths in the United States is directly related to a stroke. So, make sure you know your risk factors for having one—it just may save your life!Watch More Health Videos at Health Guru: www.healthguru.com
Second Hand Smoke Associated With Elevated Diabetes Risk
Second Hand Smoke Associated With Elevated Diabetes Risk Article by Dr. Marc Ott Most of us are aware of the health hazards of active smoking, including heart disease, hypertension, stroke, asthma, allergies, lung cancer and diabetes. However, did you know that tobacco smoke can elevate your risk of developing diabetes even if you are a […]