#hypertension

#hypertension

A new drug baxdrostat can significantly lower blood pressure in these people whose levels remain dangerously high despite taking several medicines. The results of the BaxHTN study showed that after 12 weeks, patients taking baxdrostat saw their blood pressure fall by about 9-10 mmHg (millimetres of mercury, the unit of measurement of blood pressure) more than the placebo a reduction large enough to cut cardiovascular risk.

The DASH diet is an eating plan that can help lower your blood pressure. DASH stands for Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension. It includes fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and low-fat or nonfat dairy. It also includes fish, poultry, beans, nuts, and seeds. Description of the DASH Eating Plan These tips can help you follow the DASH eating plan. The DASH eating plan is rich in fruits and vegetables, low-fat or nonfat dairy foods, and healthy fats. It can help lower your blood pressure.

In the study, investigators treated 15 patients with primary aldosteronism with baxdrostat, a new drug designed to block the overproduction of aldosterone with high specificity.

Experts emphasize the importance of regular blood pressure checks for everyone aged 3 and older, recommending annual evaluations to catch hypertension early.

The BPM Vision by Withings offers a user-friendly design that facilitates accurate blood pressure measurement in a comfortable and relaxed setting.

With about 1.3B adults affected by hypertension and 720M not receiving the treatment they need, we address a vast and urgent market.