Annet Kirabo Archives
How salt increases blood pressure
Sep. 5, 2019—Vanderbilt researchers have discovered that a protein called SGK1 in immune cells is activated by sodium, leading to the development of salt-sensitive hypertension.
Research reveals link between immunity, diabetes
Sep. 13, 2018—When it comes to diet-induced obesity, your immune system is not always your friend.
Salt, inflammation and hypertension
Nov. 13, 2017—Vanderbilt researchers have identified a pathway that links excess sodium, inflammation and hypertension.
