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If a picture is worth a thousand words, how much is a graph worth? For doctors trying to determine whether a patient's blood pressure is within normal range, the answer may depend on the type of graph ...

By Shane O'Brien The New York City Department of Transportation (DOT) unveiled a new student-designed billboard in Astoria ...

GSK survey reveals over-50s feel younger than their age—but are they overlooking health risks?

Background People from minoritised ethnic groups are more likely to be impacted by dementia. In the general population, ...

High blood pressure (hypertension) can lead to many complications of diabetes, including diabetic eye disease and kidney disease, or make them worse. Most people with diabetes will eventually have ...

Blood pressure and heart rate (pulse) are two important vital signs measured during a healthcare visit. Blood pressure (BP) is a measure of the force of blood on the blood vessel walls. Blood vessels ...

The nonprofit travels from state to state to spread awareness about substance use disorder. It's making a stop in Lewiston on April 12. Donald Trump authorizes U.S. military to take control of ...

High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a condition that is often seen in people with type 2 diabetes. It’s unknown why there’s such a significant relationship between the two diseases.

Our HAPp program began in January 2025 and is going strong! Participants are learning the basics about hypertension, how to take their blood pressure at home and be in dialogue with their health ...

WWE has unveiled fresh promo posters for RAW and SmackDown, heightening anticipation for WrestleMania 41 as the company prepares to stream on Netflix. The RAW poster features CM Punk, Rhea Ripley ...

Discretion is advised. April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month, and a local survivor is speaking out to share her story in hopes that it helps someone else. According to the National Sexual ...