High blood pressure may cause poor communication between brain regions
Sep 21, 2020
High blood pressure may alter connections in the brain that involve cognition, a small study shows. 8.5.0
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Looming wave of evictions, housing instability poses threat to health
Sep 10, 2020
In the wake of the pandemic's financial turmoil, millions of people face eviction in the coming months, and studies show it can cause a host of health troubles, from depression to high blood pressure.
In these tough times, focus on resilience
Sep 9, 2020
The ability to cope with adversity isn't a built-in asset. It's a skill we need to work on, perhaps now more than ever.
How to keep kids active while learning from home 鈥� and why that's vital
Sep 2, 2020
As parents look for ways to adapt to schooling at home, don't forget to break for recess and to keep physical activity as part of the plan, experts say.
As the coronavirus upends schools, experts say don't forget the arts
Aug 28, 2020
What makes arts education essential, even during a pandemic? It can have direct and indirect benefits to mental and physical health.
Some common blood pressure meds might lower depression risk
Aug 24, 2020
New research on 41 of the most commonly prescribed medications for high blood pressure show none of them increase the risk of depression, and nine might actually lower that risk.
Depression may complicate recovery from peripheral artery disease
Aug 12, 2020
People with depression had worse recovery from a vascular condition that affects the legs, arms and neck, according to a new study that showed women were more likely to be depressed.
What stress does to the body and how to beat it
Aug 10, 2020
Stress can wreak havoc on our minds and bodies, leaving us vulnerable to anxiety, high blood pressure and other health conditions. (This article was created with financial support from Transamerica.)
Marijuana may hurt heart, more research聽needed, report finds
Aug 5, 2020
Cannabis use could negatively impact the heart and blood vessels, says a new scientific statement that urges more research to understand its effects.
Sustained high blood pressure may damage brain vessels
Jul 31, 2020
A new study shows having high blood pressure for long periods may increase the chance of cerebral small vessel disease, which is frequently seen in people with stroke and dementia.