Hypertension commonly co-exists with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). However, the role of renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system (RAAS) in the development of hypertension in OSA patients remains poorly ...

When people think of vitamin D, strong bones and a healthy immune system often come to mind. While it’s true that this ...

SGLT2 inhibitor use is associated with a reduced risk of hyperkalemia and lower rates of renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system ...

In a large study of diabetes, heart failure, or chronic kidney disease patients on renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system (RAAS ...

SGLT2 inhibitors may enable continuation of RAAS inhibitors for hypertension treatment, which is linked with better kidney and cardiovascular outcomes.

SGLT2 Inhibitors Linked to Lower Hyperkalemia Risk and Improved RAASi Continuation suggests a new study published in the JAMA ...

Vitamin D also helps blood vessels stay flexible and elastic. When blood vessels can relax and stretch easily, blood flows more smoothly. This means the heart doesn’t have to work as hard to pump ...

High blood pressure frequently occurs in people with diabetes. Learn about the relationship, risks, and treatments for ...

Therapy should include either belimumab or a calcineurin inhibitor, plus one or more conventional medications such as ...

The novel aldosterone inhibitor works, but longer-term safety data are needed before the drug might be approved.

A scientific statement regarding risk-based primary prevention of heart failure has been published by the American Heart Association.