Lowering target systolic blood pressure to 120mmHg could reduce rates of cardiovascular disease A target systolic blood pressure of 120mmHg — rather than 140mmHg — reduces rates of cardiovascular disease and risk of death in hypertensive patients aged 50 years and over, a study shows.…
Researchers boost hypertension treatment using unconventional approach Using approved drugs in unconventional ways could help improve compliance in patients with hypertension, according to a study in The Journal of Clinical Hypertension.…
Scotland brings in medicine card to avoid kidney injury after dehydration Pocket-sized patient information cards that warn patients to temporarily stop taking specific medicines if they have a dehydrating illness are being introduced across Scotland.…
Pharmacist prescribers improve blood pressure in hypertensive patients In a randomised controlled trial, pharmacist-managed patients were twice as likely to achieve their target blood pressure as control patients.…
DNA vaccine for hypertension shows promise An experimental DNA vaccine has shown promise for the treatment of hypertension, with a three-dose regimen bringing about a sustained reduction in blood pressure in rats.…
Hypertension: pathophysiology and diagnosis Hypertension, or high blood pressure, is the leading risk factor associated with death in the world but is largely asymptomatic and often undetected in patients.…
Hypertension: management The management of hypertension relies primarily on lifestyle modification with the addition of antihypertensive drug therapy in selected patients.…
Early treatment and timely follow-up reduce adverse outcomes for patients with hypertensionEarly treatment and timely follow-up of adults with hypertension are important factors in helping to reduce the risks of acute cardiovascular events and death.…
Stroke campaigns focus on helping patients reduce risksCommunity pharmacists in Wales are warning patients that high blood pressure, irregular heart beat or atrial fibrillation can increase their risk of stroke.…
A new model of pharmacy in North East London North East London Local Pharmaceutical Committee is recruiting pharmacies to take part in its new ‘SelfCare Pharmacy’ practice. Will its efforts result in a viable new model of pharmacy care?…