Delaying high blood pressure may reduce stroke risk
New research highlights the importance of preventing high blood pressure (hypertension) as a way to lower the risk of stroke. Published in the journal Stroke by...
Common blood pressure drugs linked to heart failure in women
A recent study shows that people who take beta-blockers, but have no prior history of heart disease, face a nearly 5% higher risk of...
How to accurately check blood pressure at home
Keeping track of your blood pressure at home is one of the best ways to monitor your heart health. High blood pressure, or hypertension,...
Delaying high blood pressure onset may reduce stroke risk
New research highlights the importance of preventing high blood pressure (hypertension) as a way to lower the risk of stroke. Published in the journal Stroke by...
Study links blood pressure drug to increased suicide risk
A recent study suggests that a commonly prescribed type of blood pressure medication, known as angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs), might be linked to a...
Long-rerm use of this painkiller increases risks of heart disease, high blood pressure
Paracetamol is often seen as a safer alternative to non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) for managing pain, particularly for people concerned about the cardiovascular risks...
Can eating potatoes harm your blood pressure?
Past research has hinted at a connection between eating more potatoes and increased risks of high blood pressure and obesity. However, these studies often...
Balancing diabetes and blood pressure for better health
Diabetes and high blood pressure often go hand in hand, and together, they can significantly increase the risk of serious health problems like heart...
Lowering this blood pressure number can prevent heart disease in type 2 diabetes
A new study presented at the American Heart Association's Scientific Sessions 2024 reveals that intensive treatment to lower systolic blood pressure significantly reduces the...
Two widely used blood pressure medications: Which is safer?
For nearly two decades, researchers at Columbia University followed the health outcomes of more than 730,000 people being treated for high blood pressure. Their...