New discovery shows key contributor to high blood pressure
High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a common health problem affecting millions of adults in the United States. It’s often called the "silent killer"...
How potatoes affect you blood pressure health
Potatoes are a favorite food for many people around the world, but some worry about how eating them might impact health, particularly blood pressure...
Why blood pressure spikes at the doctor’s office: understanding white coat hypertension
Have you ever had your blood pressure checked at the doctor’s office and been surprised to see it higher than normal?
But when you measure...
Beware the snowstorm: Shoveling could trigger heart attacks, expert says
Walking in a winter wonderland may sound serene and peaceful, but shoveling your sidewalks to take that walk could quickly change delightful to deadly.
According...
When college senior’s heart stopped while playing basketball, help happened to be nearby
Until Jio Rodriguez was wheeled into the operating room for open-heart surgery last Valentine's Day, he'd never seen his brother Brian Rodriguez cry.
But February...
Scientists find a new target to fight high blood pressure in older people
Hypertension, or chronic high blood pressure, is a major cause of heart disease, which claims countless lives worldwide every day. Despite advances in medical...
What causes high systolic blood pressure?
High systolic blood pressure, commonly referred to as hypertension, is a widespread condition that significantly raises the risk of heart disease, stroke, and other...
Scientists find hidden risks in high blood pressure drugs
High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a common health issue in the United States, affecting millions of adults. It is a leading cause of...
Promising advances in high blood pressure treatment in 2024
High blood pressure, often called the "silent killer," affects millions of people worldwide. It can lead to serious health problems like heart disease and...
5 natural ways to manage high blood pressure
High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is a common health issue that affects millions of people worldwide. Left untreated, it can increase the...