Hospitalizations for dangerous blood pressure spikes have doubled in older Americans
A new study from Yale University has found a worrying trend: the number of older Americans being hospitalized for dangerous spikes in blood pressure...
How common blood pressure drugs affect sleep and mental health
Getting enough sleep is very important for our health. Sleep helps the body rest, the brain stay sharp, and the whole system work better.
But...
Why heart disease happens in young adults
Heart disease is often seen as a problem that only affects older adults, but more and more young people are being diagnosed with heart...
Blood pressure drug may cut stroke risk in women with migraines
A common medication used to treat high blood pressure and prevent migraines may help reduce the risk of stroke in women who suffer from...
How vitamin D helps prevent high blood pressure
Most people know that vitamin D helps keep bones strong and the immune system healthy. But there’s more to this “sunshine vitamin” than many...
This blood pressure number may influence your emotions
When we think about blood pressure, we often focus on numbers and heart health. But new research suggests that blood pressure—especially the lower number...
Widely used blood pressure drug may influence gut health
High blood pressure is a serious health issue in the United States, affecting millions of adults and increasing the risk of heart disease and...
Too much of this snack can harm your blood pressure, FDA warns
Black licorice may seem like a harmless candy, especially during the holidays, but new findings from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) show...
New blood test could predict heart disease more accurately
For nearly 60 years, doctors have measured cholesterol levels in the blood to identify people at risk of heart disease.
But a large new study...
New non-invasive treatment could cure hidden cause of high blood pressure
Doctors in the UK have developed a simple, non-surgical treatment that could change how we treat one of the most overlooked causes of high...