🚨ICYMI: Cochrane #HTN Review update
Pharmacotherapy for mild #hypertension https://t.co/n62k0WM46g
In ppl w/ mildly elevated #BloodPressure (BP) w/out CVD or related health risks, BP meds may not reduce risk of death or of developing major CVD
#SystematicReview#MedEd
This week is #Type2DiabetesPreventionWeek!
Our @DESMOND_Tweets team delivers evidence-based education programmes that support people to understand their personal diabetes risk & take steps to improve their health through lifestyle & physical activity.
🔗https://t.co/ptpnzmhxkQ
Stroke is a leading cause of death and disability in the UK.
As we mark 20 years, we’re highlighting how NIHR-funded research is improving prevention, treatment and recovery for people affected by stroke.
From faster emergency care to better rehabilitation, research is improving outcomes at every stage.
Explore our #NIHR20 Gamechanger on stroke at
https://t.co/5G3IOJeiCl
Exercise is one of the most powerful tools we have in healthcare.
Proud to see @UISeduAlumni and #ExerciseScience grad Jadyn Zaffiri putting that into action in #cardiacrehab—helping patients live healthier, more active lives.
https://t.co/H6jRRVDA2F
🚨ICYMI: Cochrane #HTN Review update
Pharmacotherapy for mild #hypertension https://t.co/n62k0WM46g
In ppl w/ mildly elevated #BloodPressure (BP) w/out CVD or related health risks, BP meds may not reduce risk of death or of developing major CVD
#SystematicReview#MedEd
WATCH | The two Emergency Depts are under real pressure today with sick patients who need specialist care. Ill or injured, but not a life-threatening condition or serious injury? Comm. Minor Injury & Illness Units across the county are open ‘til 8pm. Book through NHS 111
🚨ICYMI - Updated Cochrane #SystematicReview:
Withdrawal of antihypertensive drugs in older people 💊
https://t.co/r8ZiKbCaok
"Future research should focus on populations with the greatest uncertainty of the benefit:risk ratio"
#CochraneEvidence#bloodpressure#deprescribing
WATCH | Minor health issue? Before contacting another NHS service, think Pharmacy First.
Many pharmacies have extended hours and consultation rooms if you want to talk in private about symptoms.
#clicktofindapharmacy
We've launched lots of exciting funding and development opportunities in the last week!
Find them below 👇 or visit our website to see the full list of opportunities available: https://t.co/zVxUTNuJtY
🆕#Deprescribing review!
Deprescribing antihypertensive medications in older people: a systematic review and a meta-analysis
https://t.co/Nz0133W0Zr
Congratulations to Cochrane Hypertension's Dr. Wade Thompson, Dr. Carole Lunny and co-authors
#hypertension#bloodpressure
It's Day 30 of our #ResearchUnwrapped series! 🎁
This year, D-CYPHR reached the exciting milestone of having more than 10,000 children and young people signed up to improve the health of future generations 🎉
Launched by @NIHRBioResource in 2023, D-CYPHR explores two key things for our health: our genetics and our environment. Together these can explain why we get sick and what might help, providing vital clues for diabetes, mental health conditions, heart disease, rare diseases, immune conditions and many more.
Read the full story ⬇️
https://t.co/0S0cgVuF8v
NEW #ResearchFunding is available to consider the impact that community initiatives have on loneliness in terms of health and health inequalities.
For more details and to apply for funding, please see: https://t.co/CkKWyJhQwf
Spot It Early Treat It Easy
Request the Blood Tests for
👉High Blood Pressure,
👉Diabetes,
👉Prostate Problems
👉High Cholesterol
#SpotItEarlyTreatItEasy
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#BlackHistoryMonth