Gut holds the key to new heart failure treatment
New discoveries are changing how scientists understand heart failure, and the gut may be playing a bigger role than once believed.
Research is showing that...
New blood pressure guideline recommends this treatment
Nearly half of all adults in the U.S. have high blood pressure—defined as 130/80 mm Hg or higher—and it remains the top preventable risk...
This exercise saves heart health in people with high blood pressure
Analysis of over 36,000 people with high blood pressure has shown that taking more steps, even below the recommended daily target of 10,000 steps,...
Popular blood pressure drug may come with hidden health risks
Researchers from Columbia University have been taking a closer look at chlorthalidone, a medication that many doctors prescribe to treat high blood pressure.
Their new...
Finding the right blood pressure pill could be the key to a healthier heart
We’ve all had a blood pressure check at the doctor’s office. It helps show how well our heart is working.
When blood pressure is too...
Popular blood pressure drug may raise risk of bowel problems, study finds
Diverticulosis is a condition that affects the intestines. It causes small pouches or bulges to form in the lining of the bowel.
This condition is...
What’s the best blood pressure target for older adults?
High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a common health problem that can lead to serious conditions like heart disease, stroke, and kidney problems.
For many...
New injection every 6 months can lower high blood pressure effectively
A new clinical trial led by researchers from Queen Mary University of London has found that giving people with high blood pressure an injection...
How blood pressure drugs affect men’s health and quality of life
For many men, controlling high blood pressure is an important part of protecting heart health.
Medications are essential for keeping blood pressure in a safe...
Popular blood pressure drugs may increase eye disease risk, study finds
A new study suggests that people taking a common type of blood pressure medication—Calcium Channel Blockers (CCBs)—may face an increased risk of developing glaucoma,...