Tuesday, September 01, 2020

Large study finds no link between blood pressure medication and cancer

I have been able to control my blood pressure by keeping my weight down.  For me, a difference of 5 pounds can make a 30 point difference in my blood pressure.  I assume part of the reason is that I am short, so 5 pounds makes more difference than it would for someone tall.

 https://www.eurekalert.org/pub_releases/2020-08/esoc-lsf082820.php

News Release 31-Aug-2020
European Society of Cardiology

There is no evidence that blood pressure lowering drugs increase the risk of cancer, according to the most extensive study conducted on the topic. The late breaking research is presented today at ESC Congress 2020.

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