How to reduce early death risk from high blood pressure
A large new study led by researchers at Tulane University has found that people with high blood pressure can dramatically reduce—and even eliminate—their increased...
Many Americans have misunderstandings about their blood pressure
A recent study from the University of Southern California (USC) has revealed a troubling truth: many Americans don’t know what counts as a normal...
Can lowering blood pressure more help you live longer?
High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a serious condition that can silently damage your body over time. It puts extra pressure on your blood...
Women less likely to get treatment for deadly heart valve disease
A large study presented at the British Cardiovascular Society conference in Manchester has revealed that women, ethnic minority groups, and people from poorer communities...
Chronic cannabis use is bad for your heart health, UCSF study confirms
A new study led by researchers at UC San Francisco has found that chronic cannabis use—whether smoked or eaten—may pose significant risks to heart...
High blood pressure linked to these personality traits
Many people think of high blood pressure as something that only affects the heart. At doctor visits, it's often treated like just another number...
Can mouthwash increase your blood pressure?
Most people use mouthwash to keep their breath fresh and their mouths clean. It’s a normal part of many people’s daily routine, often seen...
Foods to avoid if you have high blood pressure and diabetes
Taking care of your diet is very important when you have high blood pressure and diabetes. These two health conditions are closely linked to...
Both blood pressure numbers predict heart disease risk
When you visit a doctor, you’ve probably had your blood pressure checked. The results come as two numbers—one on top and one on the...
Scientists find how to repair diabetic heart failure
A thin, gel-like lining inside the heart’s tiniest blood vessels may hold the key to treating heart failure in people with diabetes, according to...