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High Blood Pressure December 15, 2016

Can you have high blood pressure with a normal reading?

Health experts often assume that blood pressure measured in a medical office or hospital may be higher than usual, thanks to the anxiety brought on from being in a doctor's office (a phenomenon known as white-coat hypertension).

High Blood Pressure December 8, 2016

Some football positions linked to high blood pressure

It might not be obvious to those who spend Saturdays cheering on their alma mater on the gridiron, but playing college football is linked to changes that negatively affect the heart.

Diet Trends December 2, 2016

Vegetarian and vegan diets good for kids and adults, nutritionists say

Plant-based diets are tied to a lower risk of health problems like heart disease, diabetes, obesity and certain cancers - and pretty much anyone can eat this way, according to a leading group of nutritionists.

Men's Health December 1, 2016

Obesity and diabetes by middle age tied to heart failure later on

People who reach middle age without developing high blood pressure, diabetes or obesity may have a lower risk of heart failure later in life, a recent study suggests.

Nutrition November 18, 2016

Reliance on food pantries can make healthy eating difficult

People who rely on food pantries for their meals may not receive enough dairy, fruits or vegetables to get all the nutrients they need for a healthy diet, two recent studies suggest.

High Blood Pressure November 16, 2016

Huge study finds a billion people suffer from high blood pressure

The number of people with high blood pressure has almost doubled in 40 years to over 1.1 billion worldwide, scientists said on Wednesday, with the burden of the condition shifting from the rich to the poor.

HEART HEALTH November 15, 2016

Patients with a 'medical home' more likely to take their meds

People with common chronic diseases may be more likely to take their medication regularly when they're treated at a patient-centered practice known as a medical home, according to a new U.S. study.

Stroke November 11, 2016

Insomnia, sleep apnea tied to risk of second stroke

People with sleep disorders like sleep apnea, insomnia or restless leg syndrome may have a poorer recovery after a stroke and higher risk of a second stroke, according to a review of existing research.

HEART HEALTH November 11, 2016

Blood pressure spike around doctors might point to heart problem

Some older people who get what's known as white coat hypertension - a spike in blood pressure at the doctors' office - may have an increased risk of heart disease and stroke, a study suggests.

Obesity November 4, 2016

Weight loss surgery may reduce risk of developing gout

Obese people who have weight loss surgeries like gastric bypass are much less likely than those who don't have surgery to develop gout, a painful type of arthritis, according to a Swedish study.

HEART HEALTH November 2, 2016

Women may get misleading results from treadmill stress tests

Traditional treadmill tests used to estimate heart disease risk might not provide accurate results for women, a recent study suggests.