High Blood Pressure

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

This food can benefit your blood pressure and heart health

At Tufts University, researchers have uncovered something interesting about whole grains and our health. In their study, they found that adults who are middle-aged or...

Bottom blood pressure number can tell your dementia risk

Imagine going to the doctor and getting your blood pressure checked. You know, the machine that squeezes your arm and then gives two numbers? Well,...

Light physical activity is a key to healthier hearts in youth

A recent study, a collaboration between the University of Exeter, University of Eastern Finland, and University of Bristol, has made a surprising discovery about...

High blood pressure can be a shared concern in couples

In a new study published in the Journal of the American Heart Association, researchers have uncovered an intriguing pattern: If one partner in a heterosexual...

More people get dangerous acute high blood pressure

Recent research from Tokyo Medical and Dental University (TDMU) has revealed alarming trends in acute hypertension, a condition where blood pressure spikes suddenly and...

Scientists find optimal blood pressure target for older people

High blood pressure is a common concern for many older individuals. A recent study has stepped in to provide more clarity on what the...

Research finds a blood pressure drug with potential aging benefits

Rilmenidine, commonly prescribed for high blood pressure, might have some unexpected benefits. Recent research, as reported in Aging Cell, suggests it could also contribute...

Scientists find the hidden side effects of blood pressure medications

There's a condition called diverticulosis, which happens in the intestines. It creates small bulges or pockets in the lining. This is more often seen...

Scientists make a major breakthrough in high blood pressure diagnosis

In a new study, Professor Murray Cairns and his Precision Medicine team from HMRI and the University of Newcastle have made a groundbreaking discovery. Published...

Lifelong blood pressure and cholesterol monitoring crucial for heart disease prevention

A study published in PLOS ONE by Nelson Wang, M.D., Ph.D., from the University of New South Wales, Sydney, emphasizes the significance of monitoring...