A vascular dilatation in the aorta can be life-threatening if it bursts. These so-called aortic aneurysms typically form in the same sites of the large blood vessel: either on the upper arch or in the abdominal cavity.
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Swedish researchers have created a questionnaire test for home use that quickly identifies high risk of heart attack. A study shows that it has the same level of accuracy as blood tests and blood pressure measurements.
Jul 3, 2024
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Results from a large stud show that protein analyses taken during the first trimester of pregnancy did not improve predictions for identifying people at risk for experiencing conditions related to having high blood pressure ...
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Vascular plaque. It starts with inflammation. Perhaps your blood pressure has been a little too high for a little too long, putting strain on your blood vessels.
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A colder nose and warmer cheeks may be a telltale sign of rising blood pressure. Researchers discovered that temperatures in different face regions are associated with various chronic illnesses, such as diabetes and high ...
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Measuring the level of homocysteine—an amino acid—in the blood can help predict a person's risk of developing obstructive sleep apnea, a disorder characterized by recurrent interruptions in breathing due to relaxation ...
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The past century brought profound advances in the understanding and treatment of cardiovascular disease, leading to dramatic reductions in deaths linked to heart disease and stroke. But what will the next 100 years bring?
Jul 1, 2024
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A total of 135 batches of potassium chloride capsules have been recalled because the extended release capsules might not release.
Jul 1, 2024
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The genetic risk of developing Alzheimer's disease is more strongly influenced by the mother's side than the father's side, a recent study has discovered.
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People with higher intakes of calcium and zinc in the three months before they conceived were significantly less likely to suffer hypertensive disorders during their pregnancy compared with those who had lower intakes of ...
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