South Asians with High Blood Pressure; Good News
Posted on 26. Oct, 2009 by Editorial Dept in Diabetes, Prevention
Dorval, Quebec, October 19, 2009 — Data from the independent KYOTO HEART study shows that adding Diovan (valsartan) to conventional treatment to improve blood pressure control may improve cardiovascular outcomes in patients with high blood pressure at high risk of cardiovascular events. (more…)
Smoking bans around the world
Posted on 15. May, 2009 by Editorial Department in Prevention
Turkey rolls out the next phase of a smoking ban on July 19, extending the prohibition to cafes, bars and restaurants as it aims to curb the habit in a country where 22 million people, half the adult male population, smoke. (more…)