According to a study published today in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology, bariatric surgery is more effective at controlling hypertension rates, or high blood pressure, in people with obesity and uncontrolled high blood pressure, than blood pressure medication alone.
According to new research, nearly 500 adults with obesity who took the new weight loss medication tirzepatide for about eight months saw a significant reduction in their systolic blood pressure--the top number in a blood pressure reading.
High levels of sodium intake and low levels of potassium intake are widespread, and both are linked to high blood pressure (hypertension) and a greater risk of stroke, heart disease and premature death. Using a salt substitute where part of the sodium chloride is replaced with potassium chlo
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], January 24: Merck Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Merck KGaA Germany, conducted their annual conference, the 10th Edition of "Merck Foundation Africa Asia Luminary" recently in India, in the presence of African First Ladies, also the Ambassadors of "Merck F
Lusaka [Zambia]/ Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], January 20: Merck Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Merck KGaA Germany, celebrated the winners of their Fashion, Song and Film Awards under two themes; "More Than A Mother" and "Diabetes & Hypertension", during the Award Ceremony held via
Pune (Maharashtra) [India], January 13: Amidst a burgeoning health crisis, taking proactive measures to combat the surging prevalence of Non-Communicable Diseases is imperative. A recent survey on primary healthcare in the country by ASSOCHAM has identified digestive disorders as the top
After a Noida-based engineer collapsed while playing cricket, concern has grown among health experts who have warned youngsters, especially, those suffering from diabetes, hypertension and other diseases, to remain extra careful at the time when cases of heart attacks are on rise.
Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], January 10: Kauvery Hospital Main Alwarpet, a unit of Kauvery Group of Hospitals successfully performed a laser-assisted complex angioplasty on a 58-year-old man from Papua New Guinea. The patient, who is known to have hypertension, severe obstructive sleep apne
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], December 22: India Medtronic Private Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of Medtronic plc (NYSE: MDT), announced the launch of the Symplicity™ Spyral renal denervation system (RDN) for treating high blood pressure. RDN is a minimally invasive therapy that t
The director also appealed to the public to remain cautious amid a recent surge in COVID-19 Cases in neighbouring states. Children less than 10 years of age, pregnant mothers and elders above 60 years of age are advised to avoid going outdoors unless mandatory
Over 16 crore people have undergone screening for seven types of diseases, which include TB, hypertension, diabetes, oral cancer, breast cancer, cervical cancer and cataracts, since September 17.
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], December 6: On World Diabetes Day, Dr Fyeno, a healthcare startup company, is pleased to announce the commencement of a pilot program called CATCH3 focused on enhancing access to diagnosis of "Diabetes, Obesity, and Hypertension" at the Optical Outlets in reside