Prediction of the risk of recurrence of venous thrombosis
A prediction model can be used to identify people affected by venous thromboembolism who have only a low risk of…
Vascular
Focusing on issues relating to the human blood supply and vascular system.
WHO: devastating impact of hypertension and ways to stop it
The World Health Organization (WHO) released its first-ever report on the devastating global impact of high blood pressure, along with…
Stroke action first aid
Stroke action first aid: A stroke occurs when blood flow in the brain is interrupted by a blockage or bleed…
Drop in insulin resistance in mid-adolescence protects against worsening arterial stiffness
Natural drop in insulin resistance in mid-adolescence protects against worsening arterial stiffness if sustained: Significant physiologic decrease in insulin resistance…
Future of premature baby care
Study shows potential for improving premature baby care: One in two premature babies receives transfusions of red blood cells (RBC)…
Blood pressure pills and breast cancer study
Curtin University researchers will examine if the long-term use of a popular blood pressure medication increased the risk of breast…
Teen boys with hypertension on the rise
Teen boys with hypertension on the rise: Ahead of World Hypertension Day on 17 May, MedUni Vienna is raising awareness…
Acute stroke cuts life expectancy by a third
Almost two thirds of acute stroke patients fail to survive more than a decade and have high risk of recurrence,…
Improving post-stroke recovery conversations
Conversations with stroke survivors and their loved ones about possible lasting impairment can be traumatic, but there's also potential for…
Avon Longitudinal Study of Parents and Children (ALSPAC)
Avon Longitudinal Study of Parents and Children (ALSPAC): Arterial stiffness may be a novel risk factor to be targeted in…