Before surgery, many patients go through a series of tests, such as blood work and heart rhythm checks. However, not all these tests are necessary. In...

Many patients before surgery undergo various blood tests and are subjected to other studies. However, all these tests are not really necessary. A new...

Data analysis from a randomised clinical trial for stage 3 colon cancer patients by investigators at Dana-Farber Brigham Cancer Center, USA, found...

For the first time in Gauteng, the Charlotte Maxeke Johannesburg Academic Hospital has successfully performed a cutting-edge MitraClip implant,...

Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States, claiming a life every 34 seconds, according to the Centers for Disease Control...

Doctors may need to prescribe medication to patients with slightly elevated blood pressure if lifestyle changes alone do not bring their levels down...

Hospitals have been told to reduce their patient offload times by 4 per cent by the end of this financial year.

New research highlights the importance of preventing high blood pressure (hypertension) as a way to lower the risk of stroke. Published in the...

A new study finds that women who experience menopause later in life have healthier blood vessels, reducing their risk of heart disease.

High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a common condition that affects millions of people worldwide. If left untreated, it can lead to serious...