Marijuana associated with three-fold risk of death from hypertension
Marijuana use is associated with a three-fold risk of death from hypertension, according to research published in the European Journal of Preventive Cardiology.
Side effect to blood pressure drugs is genetically determined for some patients, study finds
Some patients may have a genetic risk of developing a serious side effect to a type of medication commonly used to treat high blood pressure, research by clinicians…
Yoga Effective at Reducing Symptoms of Depression
Multi-week regimen may be an effective complement to traditional therapy, multiple studies suggest
Fat Shaming in the Doctor’s Office Can Be Mentally and Physically Harmful
Health care providers may offer weight loss advice in place of medical treatment, researchers say
Disadvantaged kids may be at higher risk for heart disease later in life
Children from socially and economically disadvantaged families and neighborhoods appear more likely to have thicker carotid artery walls, which in adults may indicate higher risk for heart attack…