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'Floaters' do not pose a risk to your eye health

Dear Doctors: I was recently diagnosed with "floaters" in my right eye. I am told it just happens and is not my diabetes or high blood pressure. The floaters are constant and only get better with sunglasses. They make eye-involved activities difficult, and I get somewhat carsick. Any suggestions?

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6 Simple Changes That May Protect Your Brain From Stroke

Stroke often seems like a sudden medical emergency that happens without warning. However, doctors say that many strokes are linked to health conditions and daily habits that develop quietly over time. The good news is that small lifestyle changes made today may significantly reduce your future risk. From checking your…

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Cold Shower vs Hot Shower: Which Is Better for Your Health?

We mostly have at least one family member who bathes in boiling hot water that we can’t even touch and that too in summers. And some always take a cold shower no matter what the temperature is. If it's very cold they still choose to bathe in ice water or…

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Sugary Drinks in Childhood Were Linked to Higher Adult Blood Pressure in a 25-Year Study

A 25-year study of 25,000 people links childhood sugary drinks and fruit juice to higher adult hypertension risk. Whole fruit was not.

Medical Daily

Black people’s risk factors for stroke ‘rising faster than for white people’

Exclusive: King’s College London analysis finds diabetes and hypertension are more common in Black African and Caribbean people

The Guardian - UK

Scientist issues blood pressure warning for popular children’s drinks

Dietary habits in early life can have lasting health consequences, says senior study author

The Independent UK

Cameron Menzies' World Matchplay Health Scare Highlights Why High Blood Pressure Should Never Be Ignored

After Cameron Menzies collapsed during the World Matchplay, his high blood pressure diagnosis put a spotlight on a condition that often goes unnoticed.

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Cameron Menzies Rushed Off Stage After World Matchplay Scare as PDC Reveals Cause of Medical Emergency

Cameron Menzies experienced high blood pressure and fainted during his World Matchplay match against Ross Smith, leading to a temporary halt. He was later deemed fit to return to his accommodation.

International Business Times UK

Getting a Better Mix: Recognizing the Potential Risk Factors of Kidney Failure Before It's Too Late

Atlanta Rapper Alley Boy has shown the risks of high blood pressure, codeine use, kidney disease, and the importance of early care following his death.

Medical Daily

'Absolute hell': Nige's long path back to health after shock stroke scare

The much-loved Canberran rang triple zero after Googling his symptoms.

The Canberra Times

No Remix for Kidney Failure as Reported Alley Boy Death Brings Kidney Disease into Focus

Reports of Atlanta rapper Alley Boy's death from alleged kidney failure are drawing attention to chronic kidney disease, a condition often linked to diabetes and high blood pressure that can remain hidden for years.

Medical Daily

Russia fines anti-war politician in chaotic court hearing

DOLGOPRUDNY, Russia - A Russian court fined anti-war politician Boris Nadezhdin $13 on Friday for displaying “extremist symbols”, delivering the ruling moments after paramedics performed a cardiogram on him in court because of his extreme high blood pressure.

Bangkok Post

The Health Tests You Should Get In Your 20s Even If You Feel Perfectly Healthy

Feeling healthy does not always mean everything is perfect inside your body. High cholesterol, vitamin deficiencies, diabetes, high blood pressure, and even certain infections can go unnoticed for years without causing obvious symptoms. Your 20s are the ideal time to create a baseline for your health. Regular screenings are not…

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High Blood Pressure During Pregnancy Forces 'Today' Host Sarah Abo into Going on Early Maternity Leave

'Today' host Sarah Abo has begun maternity leave early after developing high blood pressure during pregnancy. The TV presenter says she and her baby are doing well, as doctors have advised her to rest.

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What is aortic dissection? The rare heart condition linked to Lindsey Graham's cause of death that can strike without warning. Check causes, symptoms, risk factors and when to seek emergency help

Aortic dissection: US Senator Lindsey Graham's death from aortic dissection has raised public awareness. This condition involves a tear in the body's largest artery, the aorta. High blood pressure and hardening of arteries are major contributing factors to this emergency. Symptoms often mimic a heart attack, requiring immediate medical attention.…

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Why Older Adults and Outdoor Workers Face Hidden Kidney Risks

When the temperature rises, most people think about sunburn, heat exhaustion, or dehydration. But there's another organ quietly working overtime in the background your kidneys. Every glass of water you skip forces your kidneys to work harder. During a heat wave, this hidden strain can become serious, increasing the risk…

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Study Finds Dementia Risk Factors Hit Women Harder – High Blood Pressure, BMI and Hearing Loss Are Key

As researchers continue searching for ways to reduce dementia risk, a new study is shedding light on why women may face a greater burden than men. Scientists found that several well-known risk factors—including high blood pressure, elevated body mass index (BMI), hearing loss, and diabetes—appear to have a stronger negative…

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6 Morning Drinks That May Naturally Lower Blood Pressure

High blood pressure is often called the "silent killer" because it can quietly damage your heart, brain, and kidneys without showing obvious symptoms. Many people focus only on medication, but what you drink first thing in the morning can also support your heart health. While no drink can replace prescribed…

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7 Shocking Nail Symptoms That Could Signal High Cholesterol

Could your fingernails be revealing more about your health than you realize? Most people associate high cholesterol with heart disease, but few know that your nails can sometimes offer early clues that something may be affecting your blood circulation. While nail changes alone cannot diagnose high cholesterol, certain unusual changes…

The Independent UK

The negative impacts of fruit juices and other sugary treats for children

Over 125 million American adults live with high blood pressure

Medical Daily

Even 'Natural' Food Preservatives May Be Raising Your Blood Pressure. The 112,000-Person Study Nobody in the Food Industry Wants You to Read.

European Heart Journal, 112,000 adults: 8 preservatives linked to 29% higher hypertension risk, 16% higher CVD risk. Even "natural" citric acid and ascorbic acid implicated.

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Millions of American Adults Have High Blood Pressure—Could This Surprising Habit Be Contributing?

High blood pressure continues to climb across the United States, and it doesn’t always announce itself with clear warning signs. Many adults live with hypertension without realizing how quickly everyday routines can push numbers higher. Doctors consistently point to diet, weight, and genetics, but modern habits also play a major…

The Independent UK

Not moving enough while pregnant linked to high blood pressure risk

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The Independent UK

The activity that raises high blood pressure and pre-eclampsia risk in pregnant women

Fewer than five hours of light exercise daily ‘exponentially’ increased the likelihood of serious complications

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7 Foods That Quietly Raise Blood Pressure in Older Adults

My wife has been dealing with problems with her blood pressure since she had children. High blood pressure is often called the “silent killer” because...

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