High blood pressure linked to 22% greater risk of severe COVID – new research
From early on in the pandemic it was apparent that older adults and those with underlying health problems were more…
The great salt debate: does consuming less really save lives?
For years, public health officials have been telling us that too much salt is bad for our health. Others have…
How your eyes could help diagnose high blood pressure
Most people over the age of 40 regularly see an optometrist. But while most see their optometrist for an eye…
There is no great salt debate: we should be consuming less
The human body needs a tiny amount of sodium to function properly and this is typically found in salt (sodium…
Alzheimer’s disease not linked to type 2 diabetes or high blood pressure – new study
If you want to reduce your risk of getting Alzheimers disease, there is no end of advice on the internet…
Is Alzheimer’s caused by disruptions to the brain’s energy supply?
It is well known that Alzheimers disease, the most common form of dementia, involves the accumulation of sticky proteins (plaques…
High blood pressure may protect over-80s from dementia
It is well known that high blood pressure is a risk factor for dementia, so the results of a new…
Masked hypertension is a silent killer – we must do more to detect it
Some people with normal blood pressure have elevated blood pressure when their doctor takes the reading. This phenomenon is known…
Why we should measure our own blood pressure
My heavily pregnant wife went to see her GP last week for a routine check-up. During her appointment, the doctor…
I’m an osteopath – here’s why you should NEVER cross your legs
IF you’ve had a long day at work and you’re getting ready to relax, then you might not be focused…