High Blood Pressure

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

Can high blood pressure drugs harm men’s health?

Managing high blood pressure is crucial for heart health, especially for men who face specific risks and challenges. While medications can help control high blood...

Research shows the hidden cause of artery damage

Researchers from New York University have uncovered a new role for platelets, showing they trigger an inflammatory response that damages arteries. This discovery, led by...

Why it is important to think about your heart risk beyond 10 years

For years, deciding whether to take medication to lower high blood pressure was guided by a tool that estimated someone's 10-year risk of having...

Timing of blood pressure drug significantly impacts your health

Researchers from the University of Vigo and other institutions have discovered a simple yet effective way for people with high blood pressure to manage...

Common blood pressure drug is linked to skin cancer risk

In Australia, high blood pressure, also known as hypertension, affects more than a third of people over the age of 18. If not managed...

A better way to make high blood pressure treatment decisions

New research suggests that when deciding whether to start medication for high blood pressure, it's important to consider not just the short-term, but also...

The dangerous link between high blood pressure and brain diseases

High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a common health issue that affects millions of people worldwide. While it is well-known that high blood pressure...

What you need to know about heart block

Heart block is a condition that affects the heart's electrical system, which controls the rate and rhythm of heartbeats. When this system is disrupted, it...

Research shows big causes of arterial blockages in the heart

Arterial blockages in the heart, also known as coronary artery disease (CAD), happen when the main blood vessels supplying the heart become damaged or...

Scientists find better way to manage high blood pressure in older people

High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, occurs when the force of blood against the walls of your arteries is consistently too high. Blood pressure...