hypertension : Science World Report

Sep 09, 2014 05:14 PM EDT

American Kids Are Eating Foods With Way Too Much Salt

Statistics show that as many as nine out of 10 American children are consuming too much salt, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Excessive salt intake can result in increased risk of hypertension or high blood pressure as well as increased risk of weight issues.

Jun 11, 2014 01:35 PM EDT

PTSD Symptoms Can Be Relieved With Common Hypertension Treatment

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) affects about 7.7 million adults in the United States. New researcher conducted by Emory University found that a common hypertension treatment might be able to help PTSD patients in need.

Jan 27, 2014 01:51 PM EST

High Blood Pressure Caused by Punctured Cell Membranes

A new discovery by researchers from the University of Southern Denmark may lead to new and better medication for high blood pressure. Scientists have identified that mutated proteins can cause holes in a cell's membrane, which could cause and/or exacerbate high blood pressure.

Sep 10, 2013 07:30 AM EDT

Hypertensive Women who Smoke are 20 Percent More Prone to Fatal Brain Bleeding

A long-term and population-based Finnish study on SAH (Subarachnoid haemorrhage), conducted on the basis FINRISK health examination surveys have found that a combination of some risk factors like smoking, female gender and hypertension lead to SAH.