30 h. ago African HIV services face double blow of cuts from both Trump and UK

Britain has significantly slashed its contribution to the Global Fund to fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria – compounding aid cuts announced by Donald Trump earlier this year

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32 h. ago Your morning brew could slash your risk of silent killer linked to heart attacks and strokes by 27%

YOUR morning brew could protect against a silent killer condition linked to heart attacks and stroke - slashing your risk by up to 27%. About 1.5 million Brits are thought to have atrial fibrillation (AF) - a form of abnormal heart rhythm that causes your heart to beat irregularly or too fast. While the condition...

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53 h. ago 'Normal but high' blood pressure in your thirties could increase heart attack risk: 'Can affect the heart 40 years later'

People in their thirties may be at an increased risk of heart attack or stroke even if they have 'normal' blood pressure, new research has suggested, underlining the need for young people to get regular checks.

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53 h. ago New heart risk warning issued by scientists over your blood pressure

The study found that a ‘normal but high’ blood pressure reading can be quietly damaging the heart, long before symptoms appear

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3 d. ago Scientists make major blood pressure breakthrough as trials reveal new drug can offer round the clock protection... even during stroke and heart attack 'danger zone'

A newly developed drug has been found to offer 24 hour protection from high blood pressure, including early mornings when the risk of heart attacks and stroke is highest.

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3 d. ago Sainsbury's 'delicious' new festive drink is 'lovely for cold winter nights'

Sainsbury's has launched a new festive flavour that has won rave reviews from shoppers

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4 d. ago Researchers find new link between blood pressure and heart attack risk

The study found that a ‘normal but high’ blood pressure reading can be quietly damaging the heart, long before symptoms appear

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4 d. ago Normal but high blood pressure in younger people ‘may raise heart attack risk’

A study found that high blood pressure was linked to reduced blood flow to the heart at age 77.

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4 d. ago Chocolate lovers baffled to see how different Smarties are in America

It turns out that the type of sweet that is called 'Smarties' also has a different meaning in other countries, with several people being left baffled by the vast difference

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4 d. ago Chocolate lovers floored to discover what Smarties look like in America

People have been baffled to learn that the term Smarties doesn't refer to the same thing across the world, as Americans were baffled to learn about the well-loved chocolates

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5 d. ago The herb that can lower your blood pressure and help you sleep

The soothing herb was used by the ancient Greeks

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5 d. ago How to know if your blood pressure medicine is included in latest FDA recall

Teva Pharmaceuticals’ prazosin is just one of many generic versions – but it’s the only one that is contaminated

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7 d. ago Experts say this bread may be the best to lower blood pressure

Nearly half of American adults live with high blood pressure

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8 d. ago The common drug that can reduce side effects for cancer patients

The common cholesterol-lowering medication protects patients’ mental skills used to plan, organise and manage emotions

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9 d. ago Vitamin powder loved by Victoria Beckham has 51% off for Black Friday for limited time

AG1, the all-in-one green vitamin drink that's loved by celebrities and sportspeople, has launched its Black Friday sale early, with its best offers of the year

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9 d. ago Can an apple a day REALLY keep the doctor away? Experts reveal how to make the crunchy fruits even more nutritious

There's a simple way to protect your heart health, boost your brainpower and lower your cholesterol for just 40p-chomping on a humble apple.

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1 week ago How to bring down your high blood pressure without medication

When Pauline Richardson was told, during a routine GP appointment, that her blood pressure was high, in the aftermath of losing her husband it was the least of her worries.

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1 week ago The vegetable that can lower blood pressure in a matter of days

It can lower blood pressure by suppressing potentially harmful bacteria in the mouth

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1 week ago Doctor's medication warning to people with high blood pressure and cholesterol

A cardiologist has a warning to people who are prescribed medication for high blood pressure or high cholesterol and says there are simple changes people can make

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1 week ago Heart doctor's warning to people who take high blood pressure medication

A heart doctor has issued a warning to people who are taking medication for common health issues such as high blood pressure and cholesterol

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