Childhood hypertension becomes more common
New study finds the prevalence of high blood pressure in childhood has doubled since 2000
A recent meta-analysis finds that childhood hypertension rates (commonly known as high blood pressure) are increasing significantly around the world. Professor of cardiovascular medicine and population health at the University of Oxford, Kazem Rahimi, explains what is driving this trend.
Recent changes in hormone therapy labels in the US come after years of lobbying by physicians and activists. Presenter’s friend, Dr Ann Robinson, explains how our understanding of hormone therapy – its risks and its benefits – has changed over time.
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Presenter: Claudia Hammond
Producers: Helena Selby & Georgia Christie
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