Adherence to Recommended Exercise Improves Physical Function, Reduces Pain for Osteoarthritis Patients Jul 28, 2010
Surgeons provide recent joint replacement patients with transmitters to wirelessly send blood pressure, pulse/oxygen, and breathing data to staff. . (Science Daily)
Combination Drug Approved for High Blood Pressure Jul 28, 2010
MONDAY, July 26 (HealthDay News) -- Tribenzor, a three-in-one drug to treat high blood pressure, has been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration ... The combination medication was approved for people whose high blood pressure isn't well controlled on other combinations of anti-hypertension drugs ... More Health News on: Related MedlinePlus Pages Blood Pressure Medicines: High Blood Pressure: Page last updated on 27 July 2010. (MEDLINEplus)
Recipe for Longevity: No Smoking, Lots of Friends Jul 28, 2010
Without a good sense of the physiological mechanisms that may link feelings of loneliness, for instance, to biological markers like blood pressure and resting heart rate, it has been easy to dismiss the power of social connections as nothing more than an artifact of the data or, worse, as touchy-feely pseudoscience ... Recent lab studies have shown that, in a stressful situation, blood pressure and heart rate will increase less when people are accompanied by a person who is close to them. (Time.com)
Inhibiting Fatty Acids in Immune Cells Decreases Atherosclerosis Risk Jul 28, 2010
It is common in individuals with obesity-related problems such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol and diabetes ... Semenkovich, the Herbert S. Gasser Professor and chief of the Division of Endocrinology, Metabolism and Lipid Research, says doctors tend to concentrate on treating the surrounding risk factors related to atherosclerosis, such as diabetes and high blood pressure, but he says the blockages themselves cause the most serious, life-threatening problems. (Science Daily)
Obesity Rise Linked to Disability Increase Among Elderly in Latin America and the Caribbean Jul 28, 2010
(June 24, 2009) Combating high blood pressure is a global challenge. But while developed countries have enjoyed reductions in cardiovascular disease over recent decades, Latin America has been less fortunate. (Science Daily)
John Marvel 'Dr. Jack' Schreeder, 93, 'the whistling doctor' Jul 28, 2010
"He would take their blood pressure and listen to their heart and lungs. He cheered them up more than anything else.". For decades, Dr. John Marvel Schreeder practiced medicine in Chamblee. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Weight Loss May Be Associated With Improvements in Hot Flushes in Overweight and Obese Women Jul 28, 2010
However, there were no significant associations between changes in physical activity, calorie intake, blood pressure or overall self-reported physical and mental functioning and change in bothersome flushing. Additionally, "among women who were at least slightly bothered by flushing at baseline, the intensive lifestyle intervention was associated with significantly greater decreases in weight, body mass index, abdominal circumference and systolic and diastolic blood pressure relative to the... (Science Daily)
Kiddie Viagra may get Pfizer a patent extension Jul 28, 2010
Viagra, which modifies blood flows, could reduce unusually high blood pressure in a child's lungs, or pulmonary arterial hypertension. Symptoms include dizziness, chest pain and fatigue. (New York Post -- Business)
Type of Viagra considered for children Jul 28, 2010
It causes high blood pressure in arteries in the lungs, making the right side of the heart work harder than normal and causing chest pain, dizziness, and fatigue. Outside advisers to the Food and Drug Administration are set to meet Thursday to evaluate whether Pfizer s study of Revatio is sufficient to determine its effectiveness in children, the agency said. (Boston Globe)
Biomarkers Found for Postmenopausal Cardiovascular Disease Jul 28, 2010
B2M has previously been associated with CHD risk factors including age, blood pressure, and C-reactive protein, and has been reported to show an inverse association with high-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol. According to Prentice, "Our finding of B2M elevation in plasma obtained months or years prior to CHD diagnosis appears to be novel, however." The identification of IGFBP4 as a risk marker for stroke in postmenopausal women also appears to be a novel finding. (Science Daily)
Early Predictors of Metabolic Syndrome in Healthy 7-9 Year-Olds Identified Jul 28, 2010
ScienceDaily (July 12, 2010) Melinda Sothern, PhD, CEP, Professor of Public Health and Director of Health Promotion at LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans, will present evidence that supports relationships seen in adolescents between insulin sensitivity and fatty liver, belly fat, and total body fat and identifies additional potential early markers of insulin resistance and metabolic syndrome in healthy 7-9 year-old children, including fat in muscle cells, blood pressure, physical activity,... (Science Daily)
Body Mass Index at Age 17 Within the Normal Range Can Predict Future Risk for Hypertension in Later Life Jul 28, 2010
ScienceDaily (July 27, 2010) Ben-Gurion University of the Negev (BGU) researchers reveal in a new, large-scale study that "normal" blood pressure at age 17 can still predict hypertension at early adulthood and that teenage boys are three to four times more likely to develop high blood pressure in early adulthood than girls ... According to the study published in Hypertension: Journal of the American Heart Association, the research team assessed how teenage boys and girls with normal blood... (Science Daily)
Tips from the American Journal of Pathology Jul 28, 2010
Diabetes and high blood pressure are the two most common causes of chronic kidney disease. Fibrosis in the kidney is one of the key causes of progressive renal failure. (EurekAlert!)
Former ESPN, radio sports analyst files lawsuit against Gawker Media in Denton County (13) Jul 28, 2010
com FEGuy24 wrote on Oct 25, 2009 12:26 AM:" hopefully deadspin will write a follow-up article about this and why he really was fired: because he sucked at his job. lighten up. find a hug. ask your doctor about some meds for that blood pressure. calm down. 2 inch voice. be objective. more facts. capiche? " You must register with a valid email to post comments. Only your Member ID will be posted with the comments. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
New Proteins That Regulate Blood Pressure, Flow Discovered Jul 28, 2010
ScienceDaily (July 27, 2010) Researchers at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine have identified key players in a little-known biochemical pathway that appears to regulate blood pressure ... "Identifying and unraveling this important pathway for blood pressure regulation could lead to a better understanding of who will get high blood pressure and why, as well as allow us to develop better drugs to treat these patients," Dr. Isenberg said ... Through cell culture and mouse experiments,... (Science Daily)
Classic style for all aspects of McKinney practice Jul 28, 2010
He added that if a doctor can get people interested in their own health, they tend to take better care of themselves and may prevent further problems, such as high blood pressure or diabetes, that have unhealthy habits as contributing factors ... Dr. Chartrand said that leads to a lessening of what the profession calls white-coat hypertension: elevated blood pressure caused by being in a medical environment. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
How to pump up that good cholesterol Jul 27, 2010
That's like waving hello to high blood pressure and stroke. Simple fix: Cut back. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Inspiration: Jul 27, 2010
"I am now fit, although still heavy. My blood pressure is normal. My doctor loves it. It gets me outside and it reduces my stress level. I use it as an opportunity to meditate. When I miss a week for some reason, I really miss it a lot.". And training for the Hawkesbury Classic was only the beginning of his odyssey. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Graedon: Gluten-free diet stops headaches Jul 27, 2010
They include inhaled steroids (both nasal sprays and asthma medicine like Advair, Flovent, Pulmicort and Symbicort), the osteoporosis drug Actonel (risedronate), the blood pressure pill Cozaar (losartan) and the asthma inhaler Spiriva (tiotropium). Most physicians and patients are unaware that cholesterol-lowering drugs such as Crestor, Lipitor and simvastatin also may be linked to an increased risk of cataracts. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Relationship Insecurity May Undermine Your Health Jul 27, 2010
People who feel anxious and needy at higher risk of heart disease, high blood pressure, chronic pain and stroke, researchers find URL of this page: (*this news item will not be available after 10/23/2010) ... "Anxious attachment" -- a tendency to worry about rejection in relationships, feel overly needy and find that others are reluctant to get close -- was associated with a wide range of health problems, including heart-related diseases, such as stroke, heart attack and high blood pressure. (MEDLINEplus)
Masters of sleep Jul 27, 2010
Every time the patient s blood pressure cycles, there s a new decision to be made. I ve got a whole tray full of drugs and must decide what to do as situations change. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Business)
Journal of Human Hypertension Jul 27, 2010
This study has coordinated, on an international scale, the work of scientists exploring the striking variations in blood pressure between populations and individuals ... Have you seen the latest practice guidelines for home blood pressure monitoring from the European Society of Hypertension. (Nature News Service)
Downing Diet Soda Tied to Risk of Premature Birth Jul 27, 2010
Soft drinks -- both artificially sweetened and sugar sweetened -- were recently linked to high blood pressure, the researchers add, which increases the risk of premature delivery. To investigate whether there might be a direct link, the researchers looked at nearly 60,000 Danish women who reported on their diet, including how many soft drinks they had each day, at around 25 weeks of pregnancy. (MEDLINEplus)
The more frequently you log on, the more weight you can keep off Jul 27, 2010
To enroll in the trial, participants had to be overweight or obese based on their Body Mass Index and taking medication for high blood pressure or high cholesterol. For the first six months, participants tried to lose weight by attending weekly group meetings at which they were weighed, encouraged to keep food diaries, and given extensive information about exercise and healthy eating. (EurekAlert!)
Surgery or stenting for carotid artery disease? Question remains Jul 27, 2010
And although 70 percent to 90 percent of U.S. patients who undergo surgery or stenting are asymptomatic, it remains unproven that either revascularization strategy is superior to the type of intensive risk factor lowering that is now possible with high-potency drugs to lower cholesterol, prevent blood clots and control blood pressure. "Studies in carotid disease have shown that physicians tend to state the risk of not doing a procedure more frequently than the risks of the procedure itself, so... (EurekAlert!)
Shades of gray: Depression alters vision Jul 26, 2010
The risk factors were smoking, high blood pressure, obesity, or family history of early heart disease. Among people who already had a cardiovascular disease or diabetes, almost two-thirds had high levels of bad cholesterol. (Boston Globe)
Fast convertibles Jul 26, 2010
For two people, the roof is a challenge; for one, it's guaranteed to send the blood pressure skyrocketing, particularly if the downpour is a heavy one. Porsche argues the Spyder is designed to be driven without the roof, for enthusiasts who like to drive with the elements assaulting the senses. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Hypertension treatment was all over the map Jul 26, 2010
In the mid-20th century, hypertension, or high blood pressure, was not fully accepted as a disease ... In the 1940s, a diastolic blood pressure (the lower number) of 115 was acceptable ... Until fairly recently, reserpine was still used by the VA for routine blood pressure control, due in part to its very low cost and evidence that it does lower death rates. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
Hormonal Contraceptives Have Mixed Success Among Overweight Women Jul 26, 2010
Some studies show that estrogen-based contraceptives can increase the risk of heart attack, blood clots, high blood pressure and gallbladder disease in obese women, "who are already at increased risk for these conditions," Murthy said ... For women who take the Pill and also smoke, have high blood pressure or have a history of migraine headaches. (Science Daily)
Study Suggests Processed Meat a Real Health Risk Jul 25, 2010
The study, an analysis of other research called a meta-analysis, did not look at high blood pressure or cancer, which are also linked with high meat consumption. "To lower risk of heart attacks and diabetes, people should consider which types of meats they are eating," said Renata Micha of the Harvard School of Public Health, whose study appears in the journal Circulation. (MEDLINEplus)
Good news for Obese people Jul 25, 2010
It is common in individuals with obesity-related problems such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol and diabetes. In the study, researchers inhibited atherosclerosis in mice by interfering with production of a substance called fatty acid synthase. (India Times, India -- Health/Science)
Warning issued as Athens nears heat record Jul 24, 2010
Older people, people with health conditions such as high blood pressure and those who work or exercise outdoors are most vulnerable to heat exhaustion, he said. Dakin said it's a good idea to check on your neighbors, especially older people who live in houses without air conditioning. (Athens Banner-Herald)
More Time Spent Sitting Linked to Higher Risk of Death; Risk Found to Be Independent of Physical Activity Level Jul 24, 2010
"Prolonged time spent sitting, independent of physical activity, has been shown to have important metabolic consequences, and may influence things like triglycerides, high density lipoprotein, cholesterol, fasting plasma glucose, resting blood pressure, and leptin, which are biomarkers of obesity and cardiovascular and other chronic diseases.". The authors conclude that "public health messages and guidelines should be refined to include reducing time spent sitting in addition to promoting... (Science Daily)
High-tech devices to help aged 'a priority' Jul 24, 2010
Opportunities for helping an ageing population include devices to remind people about appointments and medication, monitoring of blood pressure at home with results sent electronically to the doctor, and sensors in clothes and furniture to detect changes in people's usual patterns of movements. The report, Smart Technology for Healthy Longevity, by the Australian Academy of Technological Sciences and Engineering, a non-government organisation promoting the development and adoption of new... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Technology)
Are you an 'emotional eater'? Jul 24, 2010
Over time, EE often results in diet-related disorders and can cause disturbance in blood pressure, sugar levels and weight fluctuations. I spoke to health experts about how rampant emotional eating disorder is with Mumbaiites and if this concern can be curbed with help. (India Times, India)
Heart Risk Factors Less Common in Fish Lovers Jul 24, 2010
Research has also suggested that fish oil supplements can help lower blood pressure and may reduce the risk of death among people with established heart disease, according to the National Institutes of Health ... Metabolic syndrome refers to a collection of risk factors for diabetes, heart disease and stroke -- including abdominal obesity, high blood pressure, high blood sugar, low HDL cholesterol and high triglycerides. (MEDLINEplus)
Cocoa and Dark Chocolate Shown to I... Jul 24, 2010
Cocoa and Dark Chocolate Shown to Improve Heart Disease. Cocoa and Dark Chocolate Shown to Improve Heart Disease. (Suite101.com)
ACCORD eye study finds 2 therapies slow diabetic eye disease progression Jul 24, 2010
However, intensive blood pressure control provided no additional benefit to patients compared with standard blood pressure control ... "This is the largest study to date examining the effects of blood sugar, combination lipid therapy, and blood pressure control on the prevention of diabetic retinopathy progression using retinal photographs," said Walter T. Ambrosius, Ph ... Intensive treatments included control of blood sugar to near normal levels, control of blood pressure to normal levels, and... (EurekAlert!)
With High Heat, People Must Hydrate Jul 24, 2010
Symptoms of heat exhaustion can include heavy sweating, faintness, a weak or rapid pulse, low blood pressure, nausea, low-grade fever, headache or skin flushed and moist. To combat the heat, soldiers must drink plenty of fluids, avoid sunburns and wear sunscreen, and seek cool location and shade. (DOD DefenseLINK -- News)
Heat is on in the Tri-States Jul 24, 2010
Those at greatest risk (of becoming ill from the heat) are infants, young children, people over 65, (those who are) mentally impaired and those who are physically ill, especially those with heart disease and high blood pressure, Schilling said. They need to be watched closely for any signs or symptoms of becoming ill. (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
Recently, there have been numerous articles on the benefits of exercise in all forms of media: how it aids in the prevention of many health problems such as high blood pressure, diabetes, and others. Jul 23, 2010
com - Recently, there have been numerous articles on the benefits of exercise in all forms of media: how it aids in the prevention of many health problems such as high blood pressure, diabetes, and others. Opinion:Letter, Real Estate"> Featured Advertisers Fri, Jul. 23 - - - | | | | | | | | | | | | Tourists on Segway scooters cruise past the White House, in Washington KAREN BLEIER/GETTY IMAGES Recently, there have been numerous articles on the benefits of exercise in all forms of media: how it... (Fredericksburg.com, VA)
Senior calendar Jul 23, 2010
9 a.m. - Free blood pressure check. 11 a.m. - Bone builders exercise group. (Brainerd Daily Dispatch)
BOSTON MED: The Patient-Doctor Bond Jul 23, 2010
"He went to work that day, began a new medicine and passed out. His blood pressure plummeted, and his kidneys and liver started shutting down. That was the night of our 25th anniversary.". With his health worsening by the day, Pollet, along with his wife, flew to Boston where he was admitted to Mass General under the care of Parks and a team of specialists. (ABC News)
Walk Fest Health Fair will be Saturday Jul 23, 2010
UW Health Partners/Watertown Regional Medical Center screenings to be offered include blood pressure checks, total cholesterol, and blood glucose screening. Tetanus and diphtheria immunizations are available from the Jefferson County Health Department. (Watertown Daily Times, WI)
Letters to the editor Jul 23, 2010
It would certainly lower the country's blood pressure. James Zajicek, Rio Vista. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Opinion)
CPC moving to Aurora medical complex Jul 23, 2010
The other is CPC Community Health, which offers community outreach to populations at high risk of afflictions like high blood pressure or high cholesterol. All of its workers will make the move beginning on Friday, which is when CPC and the medical school are scheduled to hold a joint news conference to announce the partnership. (Denver Business Journal, CO)
Bristol-Myers posts 6 percent drop in 2Q profit Jul 23, 2010
Bristol-Myers issued the 2013 forecast unusually early in a bid to reassure investors and analysts worried about the "patent cliff" it faces in 2012, when Plavix and blood pressure drug Avapro both lose patent protection. Generic competition will quickly erode their sales. (KGW Northwest NewsChannel 8, OR -- Business)
How to Deal with the Withdrawal Sym... Jul 23, 2010
Blood pressure will drop. The lung and the hearts will start to repair and heal themselves. (Suite101.com)
Effective Medicines for Erection Pr... Jul 23, 2010
Effective Medicines for Erection Problems. Effective Medicines for Erection Problems. (Suite101.com)
Experts Veto Avastin As Breast Cancer Drug Jul 23, 2010
Panelists said they worried the drug could do more harm than good because of serious side effects, including high blood pressure, fatigue and abnormal levels of white blood cells. "I think the burden of proof is that a drug is helpful, not that it doesn't make patients worse," said panel chair Dr. Wyndham Wilson of the National Cancer Institute. (KERO 23, CA)
Yankees icons give CC a lift against Royals Jul 23, 2010
" With Sabathia leaving two runners aboard in the seventh, the Yankees needed a big outing from Dave Robertson, who induced a popout and recorded a heart-skipping strikeout in the dirt on Bloomquist, as Posada lobbed the toss wildly and forced Teixeira to leap before running to the bag. Joba Chamberlain kept the blood pressure up in the eighth, creating a bases-loaded, two-out jam -- helped by a missed call at third base where Podsednik was called safe on a steal attempt -- but escaped by... (MLB.com -- NY Yankees Yankees)
Subsidy cuts without pay rise = tax hike Jul 22, 2010
And that could well raise the blood pressure of a lot of people. Deputy news editor Jagdev Singh Sidhu is now looking at a substantially smaller pay packet for the next few months, not from the subsidy cuts but the taxman. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
Engineered Stem Cells May Limit Heart Attack Damage, Improve Function Jul 22, 2010
During six weeks of follow-up, the researchers observed significant improvements in blood pressure function in the rats implanted with scaffolds seeded with stem cells modified to overproduce Akt1, SDF-1 and HGF. There was no functional change in the group that received scaffolds containing VEGF-modified stem cells, he said. In comparison, there was a decrease in blood pressure function in the control group that got the sham procedures. (Science Daily)
Afraid of a Broken Heart? Feeling Insecure in Relationships May Predispose People to Later Cardiovascular Problems, Says Research Jul 22, 2010
They also disclosed whether a doctor had told them they had heart disease, high blood pressure, asthma, chronic lung disease, diabetes or high blood sugar, ulcers, epilepsy, seizures or cancer ... g., stroke, heart attack or high blood pressure) ... The authors also adjusted for lifetime histories of common psychological disorders and found that people with anxious attachments were at a higher risk of chronic pain, stroke, heart attack, high blood pressure and ulcers. (Science Daily)
At 19, why am I having trouble maintaining an erection? Jul 22, 2010
These include obesity, diabetes, high blood pressure and declining levels of the sex hormone testosterone. Many modern medicines also cause sexual dysfunction. (CNN -- Health)
What Is On Minds Of SEC Coaches? Jul 22, 2010
Maybe the coaches will discuss their health and whether coaching is such a pressure-filled job that they should expect to have high blood pressure, etc. Perhaps they should get more pay for the risk. (BamaMag.com)
Sepsis and Septic Shock More Common Than Heart Attacks or Pulmonary Blood Clots After General Surgery, Study Finds Jul 22, 2010
3 percent), septic shock or life-threatening low blood pressure due to sepsis occurred in 5,977 (1. 6 percent), pulmonary embolism occurred in 1,078 (0. (Science Daily)
How Do You Treat Rabbit Phobia? Jul 22, 2010
Unlike garden-variety fear, phobic responses include increased heart rate, breathing rate, and blood pressure. Phobics also experience cognitive tunnel visionan inability to think of anything but escape. (Slate)
New Statue of Kim Jong-ll Sparks Rumors He's Dying Jul 22, 2010
Now 69, Kim apparently suffered a major stroke in 2008 and is known to suffer from diabetes, high blood pressure and heart complaints. His third son, Kim Jong-Un, is expected to be named as his heir at an unprecedented meeting of the North Korean ruling party scheduled for September - and it is possible that the new statue may be his doing and an effort to help his own rise to power. (Newsmax)
Boost Your Health 8 Ways With Fiber Jul 22, 2010
Cholesterol is a factor in atherosclerosis, the accumulation of plaque that causes the coronary arteries to harden and narrow, increasing blood pressure and the risk of heart attack from total blockage. A Harvard study of more than 40,000 male health professionals linked a high total dietary fiber intake to a 40 percent lower risk of coronary heart disease, compared to a low fiber intake; findings were similar in a study of female nurses. (Newsmax)
Helpful Heat Tips Jul 22, 2010
Be extra cautious in the sun/heat if you have diabetes, high blood pressure, or other medical conditions. Also be extra careful if you are taking any medications. (WSFA.com, AL)
FDA Advisers Say Avastin Shouldn't Be Used for Breast Cancer Jul 22, 2010
But they did experience serious side effects, including fatigue, abnormal white blood cell counts and high blood pressure, the AP reported. "The study shows there's very little benefit to patients with significant toxicity risks and no clear survival benefit," said Natalie Compagni Portis, the FDA advisory panel's patient representative, the news service reported. (MEDLINEplus)
Use caution during extreme heat conditions, always be careful when swimming Jul 22, 2010
Be extra cautious in the sun/heat if you have diabetes, high blood pressure, or other medical conditions. Swimming is a popular summer activity, but as we have seen with three recent deaths by drowning, it can quickly lead to tragedy. (Forest Scott County Times, MS)
“Race Correction” in Pulmonary-Function Testing Jul 22, 2010
Unlike blood pressure, acceptable normal values vary from person to person and from one demographic group to another. The first studies, in 1846, of spirometric assessment of forced vital capacity (FVC), the most basic pulmonary-function test, showed that normal values for vital capacity vary as a function of height and age. (New England Journal of Medicine)
New evidence that chili pepper ingredient fights fat Jul 22, 2010
Jong Won Yun and colleagues point out that obesity is a major public health threat worldwide, linked to diabetes, high blood pressure, heart disease, and other health problems. Laboratory studies have hinted that capsaicin may help fight obesity by decreasing calorie intake, shrinking fat tissue, and lowering fat levels in the blood. (EurekAlert!)
