Africa Is Suffering A Silent Crisis Of Stroke
The largest-ever study of stroke patients in Africa reveals a high rate of a particularly risky type of brain incident. What's the problem? And what's the solution?
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Odds Are, They're Taking Your Blood Pressure All Wrong
New guidelines have lowered the threshold for high blood pressure to 130/80, which makes it even more important to get an accurate reading. Here's how to increase the odds of getting it right.
With Stricter Guidelines, Do You Have High Blood Pressure Now?
Updated blood pressure guidelines move the goal post for millions of people at risk for heart attacks and strokes. The change is likely to lead to more people taking medicines for hypertension.
Health Conditions That Increase Stroke Risk Rise Across All Ages, Races
Smoking, drug abuse and diabetes are all modifiable risk factors for stroke. Yet a large study of patients hospitalized for stroke suggests the number of people with these risk factors is rising.
Forest Bathing: A Retreat To Nature Can Boost Immunity And Mood
If hiking is about a destination, forest bathing is about an immersion of the senses into the natural world. It's a wellness trend, and studies suggest several health benefits.
This Week In Race: Dave Says Sorry, Coin Controversy, Health Hazards Of Segregation
Has there ever been such a week?
Knowing Someone Who Faced Discrimination May Affect Blood Pressure
Seeing someone close to you experience racial discrimination may have more of an effect on health than experiencing that discrimination yourself, a study finds.
Why It's Getting Harder To Decide When To Treat High Blood Pressure
Decisions about high blood pressure have gotten thornier over the past couple of years. There's no consensus on when to start treatment with drugs. The latest evidence adds to the confusion.
Strokes On The Rise Among Younger Adults
Fewer people are having strokes now than decades ago. But that improvement seems to be mostly among the elderly. Young people are actually having more strokes, partly because of the rise in obesity.
High-Sodium Warnings Hit New York City Menus
The city is the first in the nation to require a sodium warning on menu items containing 2,300 milligrams of sodium or more. The rule applies to chain restaurants with 15 or more locations.