Your eyes have hidden clues about high blood pressure and heart disease

Most people think of eye tests as a way to check vision, but scientists are now discovering that our eyes can tell us much...

Blood pressure falls years before death, study finds

A new study has found an important pattern in how the body changes during the later stages of life. Researchers from the University of Exeter...

Study finds big cause of tough high blood pressure

Many people are told that high blood pressure can be managed with medication and healthy living. While this is true for most cases, some people...

A surprising natural way to lower high blood pressure

High blood pressure, also called hypertension, is one of the most common health problems in the world. It affects millions of people and increases...

Blood pressure drugs may raise risk of inflammation disease, study finds

Psoriasis is a long-term skin condition that affects millions of people around the world. It often appears as red, itchy, and scaly patches on...

Why the ‘bottom number’ of blood pressure could protect your brain

Many people think about blood pressure as a single number, but it actually has two parts. Doctors often talk more about the top number,...

The blood pressure sweet spot for people over 60

High blood pressure is one of the most common health problems in older adults. It often develops slowly and may not cause clear symptoms...

Why millions with high blood pressure may be missing an easy fix

High blood pressure affects millions of people and is a major cause of serious health problems. It often develops slowly and may not cause...

Common blood pressure drugs may bring hidden risks to the heart

High blood pressure, also called hypertension, is one of the most common health problems in the world. It affects millions of people and often...

Study finds safer treatment of high blood pressure

A study from Columbia University has raised important questions about how doctors treat high blood pressure. The research suggests that one of the most commonly...