Injectables for high blood pressure are in the works. Could they mean no more...
About one-third of adults have high blood pressure. Two-thirds of these have uncontrolled high blood pressure.
A key driver of poor blood pressure control is...
This blood pressure number may strongly affect your emotional health
High blood pressure isn't just a number your doctor checks; it’s closely tied to heart problems and may also affect your emotions and personality.
Researchers...
Vitamin D plays a big role in blood pressure control
When we think of vitamin D, we often associate it with strong bones and a robust immune system. However, this "sunshine vitamin" is also...
Can high blood pressure drugs harm men’s health?
Managing high blood pressure is crucial for heart health, especially for men who face specific risks and challenges.
While medications can help control high blood...
Research shows the hidden cause of artery damage
Researchers from New York University have uncovered a new role for platelets, showing they trigger an inflammatory response that damages arteries.
This discovery, led by...
Why it is important to think about your heart risk beyond 10 years
For years, deciding whether to take medication to lower high blood pressure was guided by a tool that estimated someone's 10-year risk of having...
Timing of blood pressure drug significantly impacts your health
Researchers from the University of Vigo and other institutions have discovered a simple yet effective way for people with high blood pressure to manage...
Common blood pressure drug is linked to skin cancer risk
In Australia, high blood pressure, also known as hypertension, affects more than a third of people over the age of 18. If not managed...
A better way to make high blood pressure treatment decisions
New research suggests that when deciding whether to start medication for high blood pressure, it's important to consider not just the short-term, but also...
The dangerous link between high blood pressure and brain diseases
High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a common health issue that affects millions of people worldwide. While it is well-known that high blood pressure...