High Blood Pressure

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

Study finds new way to control resistant high blood pressure

High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a common health issue affecting millions of people worldwide. It can often be managed with a combination of lifestyle...

Popular painkiller for headaches may reduce blood pressure

Acetaminophen, a popular painkiller, is something many of us have taken at some point, especially for headaches or fevers. It's common in households, and...

Metabolic surgery may reduce medication need for heart failure patients

A recent study by researchers at the Pennington Biomedical Research Center's Metamor Institute suggests that metabolic surgery could help heart failure patients reduce their...

Just five extra minutes: How small bouts of daily exercise could lower your blood...

A recent study from University College London (UCL) and the University of Sydney has shown that adding just five minutes of exercise to your...

New study finds a surprising cause of high blood pressure

A new study has found that gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) may increase the risk of developing high blood pressure, or hypertension. Conducted by researchers at...

Can blood pressure drugs hurt your digestive system?

High blood pressure is a widespread health issue, affecting roughly 10% of adults worldwide. People with high blood pressure are usually advised to make...

Common drugs may raise blood pressure in people with hypertension

A recent study from Harvard reveals that nearly one in five people with high blood pressure (hypertension) may unknowingly be taking medications for other...

This blood pressure drug linked to higher risk of sudden cardiac arrest

A recent study from the European Sudden Cardiac Arrest Network suggests a potential link between a common medication used to treat high blood pressure...

Blood pressure drug shows promise for slowing diabetic kidney disease

A recent study from the University of Bristol offers new hope for people with diabetes, who are at a high risk of kidney complications. The...

Common blood pressure drug could protect kidney health in people with diabetes

Diabetes doesn’t just impact blood sugar; it often leads to serious kidney issues, too. In fact, about 40% of people with diabetes develop a...