Study finds the right pill for high blood pressure treatment
Imagine visiting your doctor and being given a pill to help manage your high blood pressure.
This is a common situation for many people, as...
Why the top blood pressure number matters more
High blood pressure is a common health issue that can lead to serious problems like heart disease or stroke if not treated properly.
For years,...
Common blood pressure drug may raise risk of deadly heart disease
Sudden cardiac arrest is one of the most frightening medical events that can happen.
It’s when the heart suddenly stops pumping blood, causing a person...
Long-term use of blood pressure drugs may damage kidneys, study confirms
University of Virginia School of Medicine researchers have discovered how long-term treatment of high blood pressure with commonly prescribed drugs can destroy the kidney's...
Air pollution may cause early heart damage, MRI study finds
Long-term exposure to air pollution may quietly harm your heart, even before symptoms appear, according to a new study published in the journal Radiology.
Researchers...
Study finds quick cure for common cause of high blood pressure
Doctors at Queen Mary University of London, Barts Health NHS Trust, and University College London have developed a minimally invasive procedure called Targeted Thermal...
This blood pressure drug shows surprising anti-aging benefit
As we grow older, our bodies naturally begin to slow down. With time, we become more likely to face health problems and diseases.
Scientists around...
Are common painkiller drugs safe for people with high blood pressure?
Paracetamol is one of the most common painkillers used around the world.
It’s often suggested as a safer option compared to a group of drugs...
Exercises to avoid if you have high blood pressure
Exercise is often one of the best ways to help control high blood pressure, also called hypertension.
It can make your heart stronger, help blood...
Popular blood pressure drug may pose more health risks
A new study from Columbia University is raising concerns about a common drug used to treat high blood pressure.
The research looked at two popular...