How blood vessels in the eye could predict heart disease, high blood pressure
Scientists have made an exciting discovery about how the tiny blood vessels in the back of the eye can tell us a lot about...
Measuring blood pressure in this way could help prevent heart disease
A recent study from the University of Exeter has revealed that blood pressure should be measured in both arms, with the higher reading used...
How B vitamins might help lower tough high blood pressure
A recent study from the University of Maine and other institutions has shed light on the potential benefits of B vitamins in lowering blood...
New ways to treat high blood pressure you need to know
High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a widespread health issue affecting millions of people worldwide.
Traditional treatments often include lifestyle changes and medications, but scientists...
Many older Americans have a sudden and sharp rise in blood pressure
Over the past two decades, despite nationwide efforts to manage blood pressure, there has been a troubling rise in the number of older Americans...
Foods to avoid with high blood pressure
High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is a common condition that can lead to serious health problems like heart disease and stroke. Managing...
Common blood pressure measurements can be inaccurate, study finds
Scientists have recently discovered that the most widely used method for measuring blood pressure, known as the "cuff method," is often inaccurate.
This could mean...
Research finds a more effective way to treat high blood pressure safely
High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a significant health concern, as it increases the risk of heart disease and stroke, two of the leading...
Protecting yourself from the painful shingles virus may also protect heart health
Shingles is a funny-sounding name for a seriously painful disease. How painful? That's hard to put into words. Printable ones, at least.
Officially, shingles pain...
New drugs may help repair a damaged heart
A team of scientists at UVA Health is making strides in the search for drugs that could help regenerate heart tissue after a heart...