Walking 3,000 additional steps reduces blood pressure in older people
A new study, including efforts from Linda Pescatello, a distinguished professor of kinesiology at UConn, has highlighted the significant benefits of adding just 3,000...
Rise in blood pressure upon standing linked to heart disease
A recent study published in the American Heart Association's journal Hypertension has revealed that among young and middle-aged adults with hypertension, a significant rise...
Brief alcohol intervention can benefit people with high blood pressure
In groundbreaking research by Kaiser Permanente, scientists have discovered that a short-term strategy known as Brief Intervention (BI) can significantly improve health outcomes in...
This type of exercise can reduce high blood pressure effectively
Recent research, as reported in the British Journal of Sports Medicine, reveals that static isometric exercises involving muscle engagement without movement, like wall sits...
Research shows important cause of heart disease, high blood pressure
A comprehensive study by scientists at St George’s and other institutions has uncovered crucial genetic factors that influence the characteristics of blood vessels in...
Scientists a big cause of high blood pressure in pregnancy
Preeclampsia, a complex condition during pregnancy, affects about one in ten pregnancies, characterized by a sudden rise in blood pressure and potential kidney issues.
Researchers...
Home blood pressure monitoring more accurate than clinic monitoring
A study by Kaiser Permanente researchers has revealed that measuring blood pressure at home provides more accurate results than clinic-based readings.
This finding has significant...
Turmeric and vitamin D for healthy blood pressure in type 2 diabetes
A study by Urmia University of Medical Sciences has explored the potential benefits of turmeric compounds and vitamin D supplementation in improving blood pressure...
Scientists find blood pressure targets for Asian adults with diabetes
A recent extensive study conducted in Singapore, involving over 80,000 patients, has explored the critical relationship between blood pressure levels and the risk of...
9 in 10 people with high blood pressure need better treatment
Researchers from the University of Gothenburg have conducted studies indicating that more intensive treatment for high blood pressure may be necessary to reduce the...