High Blood Pressure

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

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...

Why even a little licorice could harm your blood pressure and heart

Many people enjoy the sweet and unique taste of licorice, whether as candy, tea, or a herbal supplement. But new research from Linköping University in...

Intensive blood pressure treatment may harm heart and kidneys in older people

A new study from Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (BIDMC) has raised concerns about how high blood pressure is treated in older adults who...

Do common blood pressure drugs hurt your sleep?

Getting enough sleep is very important for staying healthy and feeling happy. But many people struggle with sleep. In the United States, about one out...

Women taking this blood pressure drugs may have higher heart failure risk

A new study from the University of Bologna has raised concerns about the safety of beta-blockers, especially for women with high blood pressure but...