High Blood Pressure

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

How high blood sugar quietly feeds cavities and gum disease

People living with type 2 diabetes often face many health challenges, but problems with teeth and oral health are rarely talked about in detail. Dentists...

Can smartwatch monitor your blood pressure?

Smartwatches, rings, and other wearable devices are becoming more common, and many of them now say they can measure blood pressure without using the...

Multivitamins may help lower blood pressure in older people

A new study from researchers at Mass General Brigham suggests that taking multivitamins daily may help lower the risk of high blood pressure in...

Why pulse pressure matters for your blood pressure

When most people check their blood pressure, they look at two numbers: the top number, called systolic pressure, and the bottom number, called diastolic...

Can you lower blood pressure naturally without drugs?

High blood pressure, also called hypertension, is a common health problem that affects many adults around the world. It is a serious condition because...

The best blood pressure target for people over 60 might surprise you

As people grow older, especially after turning 60, keeping blood pressure in a healthy range becomes more important than ever. Blood pressure is the force...

One blood pressure pill may be much safer than the other, 17-year study finds

A new study from Columbia University looked at health data from more than 730,000 people over 17 years. These people were all taking medicine...

This kidney sensor can help control blood pressure

Scientists have made an exciting discovery about how our kidneys help control blood pressure. A new study has identified a special "pressure sensor" inside...

Popular blood pressure drug recalled over contamination risk

A common medicine used to treat high blood pressure is being removed from shelves after tests showed that some batches might be contaminated with...

How the body turns off a hormone that raises blood pressure

Scientists at the University of Virginia have made an important discovery that could lead to better treatments for high blood pressure and kidney disease. Their...