Why common blood pressure drugs can harm kidney function
Researchers at the University of Virginia School of Medicine have found that long-term use of some commonly prescribed blood pressure drugs can damage the...
Managing 8 risk factors may reduce death risk in high blood pressure
A new study from Tulane University shows that people with high blood pressure can reduce — and possibly eliminate — their risk of dying...
This painkiller may raise blood pressure in people with heart risks
Paracetamol, also known as acetaminophen, is one of the most popular pain and fever relief medicines in the world.
Many people use it when they...
High blood pressure drug may raise risk of sudden cardiac arrest
A new study from the European Sudden Cardiac Arrest Network has found a possible link between a common blood pressure medication and a higher...
Why you don’t need to always worry about high blood pressure numbers
High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is often called the “silent killer” because it can lead to heart attacks, strokes, and other serious...
How high is too high? Blood pressure and heart disease risk
High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is often called the “silent killer” because it usually doesn’t cause obvious symptoms but can quietly damage...
Vitamin D supplements may lower blood pressure in older people with obesity
A new study published in the Journal of the Endocrine Society shows that taking vitamin D supplements may help lower blood pressure in older...
Understanding high blood pressure drug side effects
High blood pressure, also called hypertension, is a common health problem that affects millions of people around the world. It can be dangerous if...
Lower diastolic blood pressure may help protect aging brains
A new study from the University of Miami has found an important link between blood pressure and brain health, especially as we grow older.
The...
B vitamins may help lower drug-resistant high blood pressure
High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, affects millions of people worldwide and is a major cause of heart disease and stroke. For many...