All news on the topic: Blood pressure

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Reduce your risk of developing dementia with these six lifestyle changes
Here are six lifestyle changes we can make to help lessen the likelihood of developing Alzheimer’s - from getting good sleep to managing stress
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Harvard professor 'debunks myth' that you need eight hours of sleep every night
A Harvard professor challenges the widely held belief that eight hours of sleep is necessary, supported by research indicating cognitive difficulties associated with more or less sleep
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'Silent killer’ five million people in the UK don’t know they have
While one in four adults have been diagnosed with high blood pressure, a huge number of Brits don't even realise they are suffering from it
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Covid kills 239 people in China - expert's verdict on what this means for UK
China's controversial "Zero-Covid" policy was abruptly halted in December, with an enormous surge of 60,000 deaths following shortly after - but deaths appeared to be on the way down until this month
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Not brushing your teeth before you go to bed ‘increases risk of silent killer’
Non-smokers who only brush their teeth in the morning, as well as those who do not brush their teeth at all, are more likely to suffer from cardiovascular disease, new research has suggested
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Boost health by eating seasonally - the 13 key fruit and veg to buy this month
Eating seasonally could provide numerous health benefits, as they're naturally more saturated in nutrients, and don't have to travel too far to reach the supermarket - but it could also cause wonders for your bank account
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Symptoms and severity of bacterial infections as Madonna leaves intensive care
While often mild and easily treatable, bacterial infections can sometimes turn into a critical medical emergency
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'The stress of working for performance pay can be seriously bad for your health'
Examination of target-driven workers' blood reveals their bodies are being worn down, says Dr Miriam Stoppard
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10 key 'severe' signs of silent killer that you should seek help for immediately
High blood pressure has been described as a 'silent killer' leading to heart attacks and strokes if left unmonitored - but doctors say most of the 5million Brits who have it may not even realise
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Subtle changes to your skin that could be a sign of having Parkinson's Disease
Changes can include increased oily skin or flaking to the face and scalp, while excessive sweating could also be a sign of Parkinson's - although more likely while already on medication
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'Silent killer' affects one in 4 Brits without them knowing - 5 things to know
A potentially deadly condition is becoming increasingly common in the UK - and with no obvious signs or symptoms, high blood pressure could strike when you don't even know you're at risk
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Most of us lack at least EIGHT key nutrients - what we should fill up on
Shunning your five-a-day on a regular basis is bad news for our health - but it's never too late to get back on track for a happier body
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Deadly liver disease hides in a third of adults and is dubbed 'human foie gras'
Cases of metabolic associated fatty liver disease have more than doubled in 30 years with cutting down on processed meats, pizza, and cakes the only way to battle back
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NFL legend Deion Sanders told he could lose foot as "arteries shut down"
Deion Sanders has a lot on his plate in his first year as University of Colorado head coach, but he also has health problems to contend with after being told he could lose his foot
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Keep weight off and diabetes stays away as new study shows benefits of slimming
Weight loss, and remission from type 2 diabetes, can prevent or delay the complications of the disease
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Expert warns of common disorder half of population has that can lead to dementia
Although the exact connection between this common disorder and dementia is unclear, one leading expert has described treating it as 'critical' to fighting off the brain destroying disease
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Five health red flags no man should ever ignore
Seeing a doctor promptly when signs of serious illness arise makes all the difference to survival rates, yet Punteha van Terheyden finds many men are afraid to seek help
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'My routine trip to the opticians saved my life - despite my stay in hospital'
Chris Norton Walker, from London Colney, Hertfordshire, had some spots in his vision, which he thought "might fix themselves" but a Specsavers optician became worried
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Brit handed £20,000 bill after heart attack in Tenerife even though he's insured
Graham Orr was holidaying in Tenerife with his wife Julie Shirra on May 28 when they were getting ready to visit a water park and suddenly felt a pain in his arm and jaw
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Subtle sign in your eyes may seem harmless - but it could be a 'silent killer'
High blood pressure affects more than 25% of all adults in the UK, and while symptoms are not always easy to see, there is one simple sign of the condition that people can spot in their eyes
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Use this Dementia calculator to predict your risk of being diagnosed
Scientists from the University of Ottawa in Canada have created an online calculator which can predict an over 55's risk of developing dementia - a brain condition that affects 900,000 Brits
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Woman, 32, who claims she died and came back to life has a message for us
Courtney Santiago has described her experiences on what she says is “the other side” after she claims to have died for about 40 seconds, which "felt like a lifetime" during the experience
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Healthy mum issues urgent warning after 'ticking time bomb' diagnosis
Lynda Sutton, 59, warned people to check their blood pressure after her shock diagnosis - which could have led to heart disease or even a stroke
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Nine healthy habits that could do more harm than good - including overeating veg
Other common habits that can actually be detrimental to your health include taking too many supplements, brushing your teeth too much and chewing gum