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High Blood Pressure Hits Urban Blacks Harder
If you are black and live in a city, you may be five times more likely to have extremely high blood pressure than the U.S. national average.
More research needed on blood pressure targets for women of childbearing age
High blood pressure rates could nearly double in women of childbearing age if the latest guidelines are used, according to a new study. But researchers say more investigation is needed to see if those lower blood pressure targets in pregnant women are safe – or effective.
He donated blood every week for 60 years and saved the lives of 2.4 million babies
Most people, when they retire, get a gold watch. James Harrison deserves so much more than that. Harrison, known as the "Man With the Golden Arm," has donated blood nearly every week for 60 years. After all those donations, the 81-year-old Australian man "retired" Friday. The occasion marked the end of a monumental chapter.
People with blood type O may have lower risk of Covid-19 infection and severe illness, two new studies suggest
People with blood type O may be less vulnerable to Covid-19 and have a reduced likelihood of getting severely ill, according to two studies published Wednesday. Experts say more research is needed.
The Health Museum to Host Emergency Blood Drive from March 31 to April 3
This week, from Tuesday, March 31, 2020, to Friday, April 3, 2020, The Health Museum in partnership with the Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center will hold an Emergency Blood Drive to alleviate some of the need created by COVID-19 in the local region at The Health Museum – located at 1515 Hermann Drive, Houston, Texas 77004.
December 1st Community Blood Drive Hosted by The Health Museum
The Health Museum and the Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center host community blood drive
Take Control of Blood Pressure
Effectively managing your blood pressure can help reduce your chances of life-threatening medical events, even death.
Eminem slams people who refuse to wear masks in new song with Kid Cudi
Kid Cudi and Eminem released their first collaboration on Friday titled "The Adventures of Moon Man & Slim Shady." The song touches on a number of topics, from people refusing to wear masks to police brutality.
Some military personnel still restricted from donating blood
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced gay and bisexual men can donate blood anytime, however, there are still restrictions on some groups of people, including some military personnel.
Thompson San Antonio: San Antonio’s New Luxury Lifestyle Hotel
The Thompson San Antonio opens today, ushering in a contemporary new vision to a tourist Texas destination.
Brightwood College and Gulf Coast Regional Blood Bank Announce Spring Blood Drive March 6
Local campus to host Blood Drive from 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
February 20, 2017 – Brightwood College in Houston, in partnership with Gulf Coast Regional Blood Bank, will host a Spring Blood Drive Monday, March 6 from 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The public is invited to join the campus in donating blood for Houston-area patients. Attendees can sign up in advance to donate blood at bit.ly/2khyDnY. Free health checks and campus tours will be available. Also, free t-shirts will be given to blood donors.
The Health Museum to Host Community Blood Drive & Free Antibody Testing from June 23 to 25
Starting tomorrow through Thursday, June 25, 2020, The Health Museum in partnership with the Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center will hold a Community Blood Drive to alleviate some of the need created by COVID-19 in the local region at The Health Museum – located at 1515 Hermann Drive, Houston, Texas 77004.
High blood pressure went up even more early in the pandemic, study finds
People in the US with high blood pressure saw their levels rise during the first eight months of the Covid-19 pandemic, a new study says.
Why we need more Black blood donors to treat sickle cell anemia
Living with sickle cell anemia, each day feels like a silent battle against my body’s limitations.
Nearly 1 in 5 with supposed drug-resistant high blood pressure aren't taking meds
For about one in five people with what appears to be hard-to-treat, or resistant, high blood pressure, they simply aren’t taking prescribed medications, new research suggests.
Man makes 18 platelet donations to Flint’s Red Cross in 2023
January marks National Blood Donor Month, and the American Red Cross said donors of all types are urgently needed.
Houston Symphony presents Blast Off to Space, Feb. 25
Critically acclaimed American conductor Nicholas Hersh returns to the Jones Hall stage for an epic outer-space adventure with action-packed music from Star Wars, E.T., The Planets, and more on February 25, 2023. From the moon to Mars and beyond, this concert transports every child’s imagination to a galaxy far, far away! Lobby activities will take place beginning at 9 a.m., an hour prior to the first concert at 10 a.m., and again following the second concert until 1 p.m.
Thompson San Antonio - Riverwalk Announces Holiday Happenings
San Antonio’s Destination for Modern Luxury Celebrates its First-Ever Holiday Season on the River Walk With Special Guest Performer DJ JAX
Thompson San Antonio – Riverwalk has announced a full line-up of holiday programming for its first-ever festive season. Newly opened in February 2021 and soaring 20 stories above the famed San Antonio River Walk, the hotel beckons holiday travelers and San Antonio neighbors with a full calendar of culinary offerings and celebratory events.
5 Steps to Properly Manage Blood Pressure
Nearly half of all American adults have high blood pressure, or hypertension, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Of those, about 75% don’t have it under control, and many may not even realize they have it unless they experience other complications.
Are blood pressure measurement mistakes making you chronically ill?
It’s a familiar scenario: You find yourself at the doctor’s office, sitting on the edge of an exam table with your feet dangling inches above the floor. The nurse or medical assistant who seconds ago instructed you to sit now asks you questions about the reason for your visit – all while taking your blood pressure.
