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Climate activists set to pressure Biden with Congress divided

Climate activists set to pressure Biden with Congress divided

The limited prospects, at best, for major climate legislation under a divided Congress has left many environmental groups hoping to ramp up pressure on the Biden administration to push forward more protective regulations of the environment. While there are legislative climate issues to watch with a Democratic GOP House and Senate, activists say the best …

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High blood pressure may contribute to neurotic behavior in some people

High blood pressure may contribute to neurotic behavior in some people

Share on PinterestHigh blood pressure may contribute to anxiety and neurotic personality traits, a new study suggests. Maskot/Getty Images Recent research suggests that high blood pressure can lead to an increase in neurotic behaviors. High blood pressure (hypertension) is a risk factor for heart attack, stroke, and other health problems. Hypertension was responsible for more …

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High blood pressure: Study finds 'causal effect' on neurotic behavior

High blood pressure: Study finds ‘causal effect’ on neurotic behavior

Share on PinterestA new study shows that diastolic blood pressure can lead to neuroticism, which is associated with anxiety and mood disorders. VISUAL SPECTRUM/Stocksy Blood pressure is a crucial part of health, with high blood pressure being linked to an increased risk of serious physical health problems. How blood pressure might impact other areas of …

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Study finds strong causal link between diastolic blood pressure and neurotic personality trait

Study finds strong causal link between diastolic blood pressure and neurotic personality trait

Credit: Pixabay/CC0 Public domain According to research published in General psychiatry. And keeping it under control can help curb neurotic behaviors, anxiety, and heart and circulatory disease, the researchers conclude. High blood pressure is a major risk for cardiovascular disease and is thought to be associated with psychological factors, such as anxiety, depression and neuroticism, …

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Blood pressure drug could reduce Alzheimer's risk in older black adults

Blood pressure drug could reduce Alzheimer’s risk in older black adults

Share on PinterestScientists can find new treatments for dementia by ensuring that all races are represented in clinical trials. Visual Vic/Getty Images The Alzheimer’s Association has called Alzheimer’s disease (AD) a “silent epidemic” among African American adults. Historically, however, African Americans have been less likely to participate in AD clinical studies. Researchers recently found that …

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