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5 Things We Now Know About Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension

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ischaemic heart failure :: Article Creator 20 Countries With The Highest Heart Disease Deaths Per Capita In this article, we will be taking a look at the 20 countries with the highest disease deaths per capita. If you do not want to learn about the global heart disease landscape, head straight to the 5 Countries with the Highest Heart Disease Deaths Per Capita. Heart disease remains a pressing global health concern, with certain countries bearing a disproportionately high burden of mortality attributed to this condition. Understanding the prevalence and distribution of heart disease across different nations is essential for developing targeted interventions and public health strategies aimed at reducing the incidence of this life-threatening condition.  Global and US Heart Disease Landscape  Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) represent a significant global health concern, claiming an estimated 17.9 million lives annually due to heart-related condit...

High Blood Pressure: Symptoms & Causes

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dr raju pulmonologist :: Article Creator Research Finds A Direct Communication Path Between The Lungs And The Brain University of Calgary researchers have discovered the lungs communicate directly with the brain when there is an infection. Findings show the brain plays a critical role in triggering the symptoms of sickness, which may change the way we treat respiratory infections and chronic conditions. "The lungs are using the same sensors and neurons in the pain pathway to let the brain know there's an infection," says Dr. Bryan Yipp, MD '05, MSc'05, clinician researcher at the Cumming School of Medicine and senior author on the study. "The brain prompts the symptoms associated with sickness; that overall feeling of being unwell, feeling tired and loosing your appetite. The discovery indicates we may have to treat the nervous system as well as the infection." Prior to this study, conducted in mice, it was thought ...

Pulmonary Artery: Anatomy, Function, and Significance

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ascites heart failure :: Article Creator Heart Failure Resource Center The Surprising Truth of Heart Failure Johnnie Davis was diagnosed in his early 30s with heart failure, had sudden cardiac arrest on Christmas Eve, and was clinically dead for 16 minutes. However, his inspiring story continues and he shares what he learned through his diagnosis and his life. Heart Failure Congestive heart failure, also known as heart failure, is a condition in which the heart is unable to pump blood efficiently. It can lead to reduced blood flow and a buildup of fluid throughout the body and is often the result of an underlying heart condition. Heart failure can cause symptoms such as fatigue, shortness of breath, chest congestion, and swelling in the ankles and legs. Ascites Market Poised For Remarkable Growth, To Surpass USD 4.1 Billion By 2032, Enabling Improved Diagnostic TechnologiesMarketresearch.biz Marketresearch.Biz reports that the Ascites Mar...

High Blood Pressure & Kidney Disease - NIDDK

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pulmonary atresia treatment :: Article Creator Pulmonary Atresia COPYRIGHT © 1978-2023 BY THE AMERICAN COUNCIL ON SCIENCE AND HEALTH Email: info@acsh.OrgPhone: 212.362.7044 The American Council on Science and Health is a research and education organization operating under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Contributions are fully tax-deductible. ACSH does not have an endowment. We raise our funds each year primarily from individuals and foundations. Drugs & Medications A-Z The display and use of drug information on this site is subject to express terms of use. By continuing to view the drug information, you agree to abide by such terms of use. Considering taking medication to treat pulmonary atresia present at birth? Below is a list of common medications used to treat or reduce the symptoms of pulmonary atresia present at birth. Follow the links to read common uses, side effects, dosage details and read user reviews ...

The Facts About High Blood Pressure

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pulmonary nodule :: Article Creator Navigating Lung Cancer: 5 Essential Facts Families Should Know About Lung Nodules And Staging Navigating Lung Cancer: 5 Essential Facts Families Should Know About Lung Nodules and StagingAmerican Lung Association About every two and a half minutes, someone in the U.S. Is diagnosed with lung cancer. The diagnosis process usually starts with a suspected "nodule." The process of "suspected nodule" to treatment (or other next steps) can be confusing to a person impacted and their family. To help empower people who are newly diagnosed with lung cancer with critical knowledge about lung nodules, staging and treatment, the American Lung Association and Olympus partnered to launch a new educational campaign. Close to 238,000 people in the U.S. Will be diagnosed with lung cancer this year. Fortunately, more Americans are surviving lung cancer thanks in part to early detection, groundbre...

5 Things We Now Know About Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension

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simple high blood pressure remedy :: Article Creator How To Lower Blood Pressure Quickly And Safely Exercise is one way to lower your blood pressure naturally. Adults should get about 150 minutes of moderate exercise a week. (Photo Credit: iStock/Getty Images) High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, happens when it takes too much force to push your blood through your arteries, making your heart work too hard. More than 1.2 billion adults worldwide have high blood pressure and almost half don't know they have the condition.  High blood pressure raises your chances of having heart attacks and strokes. It's important to know your numbers, because if you have high blood pressure, you'll want to bring those numbers down. You can take your blood pressure at home with a blood pressure cuff, or get it taken at your doctor's office. Blood pressure is measured in millimeters of mercury (mm Hg). The American Heart Associati...