What you need to know about white coat hypertension
White coat hypertension might sound like something related to fashion, but it's actually a medical term that describes a common phenomenon.
Imagine walking into a...
Scientists find common causes of high systolic blood pressure
High systolic blood pressure, often just called high blood pressure or hypertension, is a common condition that can significantly increase the risk of heart...
Research shows common causes of high diastolic blood pressure
Diastolic blood pressure, the lower number in a blood pressure reading, measures the force exerted on the walls of the arteries when the heart...
Common causes of high blood pressure in lungs
Pulmonary hypertension (PH) is a type of high blood pressure that affects the arteries in the lungs and the right side of the heart.
It...
Dietary supplements for blood pressure control: What works?
High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a common condition that affects millions globally and is a major risk factor for heart disease and stroke.
While...
Popular blood pressure medication may bring risks to your eyes
A recent study led by Dr. Alan Kastner at Moorfields Eye Hospital and University College London has identified a potential risk for individuals taking...
‘You have about 6 months to live’: Woman who inherited heart problem needed transplant
Having watched her mother collapse and die at age 42, Alison Conklin feared she would meet the same fate. She carried that angst with...
How kidney function influences blood pressure
When we think about blood pressure, we often focus on lifestyle factors like diet, exercise, and stress. However, the kidneys play a crucial, though...
The lifesaving benefits of cardiac rehabilitation
Cardiac rehabilitation programs are crucial yet often underutilized resources for individuals recovering from heart attacks, surgery, or other heart-related health issues.
These structured programs are...
The link between diabetes and high blood pressure: What to know
Diabetes and hypertension are two of the most common health conditions affecting millions worldwide, and their coexistence within the same individual is not uncommon.
The...