High Blood Pressure

Latest research findings about high blood pressure or hypertension from universities and research institutes.

Taking blood pressure drugs at night may prevent heart attacks and strokes better

High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is one of the most common health issues worldwide. If left untreated, it can lead to serious...

High blood pressure drugs can have these side effects in men

For many men, keeping blood pressure under control is an important part of staying healthy and protecting the heart. Medications are often necessary to...

Keeping blood pressure in check can prevent dementia effectively, study finds

Once upon a time, a group of researchers from Beijing Anzhen Hospital and other institutions wanted to better understand how our blood pressure affects...

Study finds root cause and better treatments for high blood pressure

High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, affects more than 116 million adults in the United States. It’s a serious health problem because it...

Marijuana use may death risk from high blood pressure

High blood pressure, also called hypertension, is a condition where the force of the blood pushing against the artery walls is too strong over...

Scientists find the key to treating childhood heart disease

A new study from Cedars-Sinai has found that bacteria in the gut may play a powerful role in causing or reducing blood vessel inflammation...

Is aspirin good for preventing high blood pressure?

Aspirin is one of the most common medicines in the world. Many people take it to relieve pain, reduce fever, or lower inflammation. Some...

A new kind of salt could help lower blood pressure

Many people in the U.S. eat too much salt without realizing it. Foods like pizza, chips, burgers, and bread are full of hidden sodium....

Common drug for inflammation may cause higher blood pressure

A large new study from the University of Leeds has found that people with chronic inflammatory diseases who take oral steroids are more likely...

9 in 10 people with high blood pressure need better treatments

Scientists from the University of Gothenburg have shared new research that highlights the importance of treating high blood pressure more effectively. Their studies suggest...