Renin–angiotensin–aldosterone system (RAAS) activation: Hypoxia-induced sympathetic activation stimulates renin release, increasing angiotensin II and aldosterone levels. Angiotensin II ...

New study suggests boosting potassium intake may lower blood pressure more effectively than cutting sodium alone.

[11] This new research shows that sympathetic activity and its responsiveness ... Drugs that interrupt the renin-angiotensin system, particularly angiotensin receptor blockers or angiotensin ...

High blood pressure continues to rise around the world. It now affects more than 30% of adults and stands as the leading cause of heart disease, stroke, and early death. But behind this growing health ...

The hypothyroid population is characterized by significant volume changes, initiating a volume-dependent, low plasma renin activity (PRA) mechanism of BP elevation. The incidence of salt ...

Abstracts featured at the National Kidney Foundation Spring Clinical Meeting highlighted the renoprotective benefits of SGLT2 ...

With travel warnings and revoked visas, the two superpowers locked in a bruising trade war may make students and tourists their bargaining chips. By Vivian Wang Reporting from Beijing China has ...

His role as acerbic spin-doctor Malcolm Tucker saw him eviscerate politicians with his straight-talking style. Yet The Thick Of It star Peter Capaldi has proven he is far removed from the ...