Which blood pressure number matters more? Your age could hold the answer
Blood pressure readings always come with two numbers.
The top number is called systolic pressure, and it shows how much force your heart uses to...
Why ibuprofen could be risky for people with high blood pressure
People who take medicine for high blood pressure should be careful when using ibuprofen, a common painkiller sold in pharmacies and supermarkets.
A recent study...
Study finds safer, more effective high blood pressure treatment
High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, affects more than 116 million adults in the United States.
It is a serious health condition because it...
Can beta blockers protect you after a heart attack?
A major new study has found that beta blockers—common heart medications—do not benefit patients who have had a mild heart attack with normal heart...
Best blood pressure target for people over 60 revealed
High blood pressure, also called hypertension, happens when the force of blood against your artery walls stays too high for too long.
It’s measured with...
Best and worst beverages for blood pressure health
High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a common health problem that can lead to serious illnesses like heart disease and stroke if not managed...
Some blood pressure drugs may raise bleeding risk in people with irregular heartbeats
A new study published in the journal JAMA is raising concerns about certain medications taken by people with atrial fibrillation (AFib), a common type...
High blood pressure in childhood linked to heart death risk
Children with high blood pressure at age 7 may have a greater risk of dying from cardiovascular disease by their mid-50s, according to a...
Vitamin B could help lower blood pressure when drugs fail
High blood pressure is a serious health problem that affects millions of people around the world.
It can be difficult to manage, especially when medications...
Why focusing on top blood pressure number may save your heart better
High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a serious health issue that affects many people around the world.
It increases the risk of heart disease, stroke,...