Common blood pressure measurement may miss heart disease risk
A new study has revealed that the most commonly used way to measure blood pressure may not always give accurate results, especially for people...
Eating prunes may help lower blood pressure
Prunes, which are simply dried plums, are known for their natural sweetness and chewy texture. What makes them special is that they contain no...
A better way to treat uncontrolled high blood pressure
High blood pressure, also called hypertension, is a common and dangerous health condition that affects millions of people around the world. If not managed...
Marijuana use is linked to higher risk of death from high blood pressure
High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a serious health issue that affects many people. It happens when the force of blood pushing against the...
How alcohol affects your blood pressure
Drinking alcohol is a common part of social life for many people. Whether it’s a glass of wine with dinner or a few beers...
Could blood pressure drugs be linked to this chronic skin disease?
Psoriasis is a skin disease that affects millions of people worldwide. According to the Mayo Clinic, it is a long-lasting condition that causes red,...
Best breakfast foods for lowering blood pressure
Managing high blood pressure is very important for staying healthy over the long term. Keeping it under control can lower the risk of serious...
Taking steroids for chronic illness may raise your blood pressure
A new study from the University of Leeds has found that people who take oral steroids for chronic inflammatory diseases may be at a...
New drug advances in treating high blood pressure
High blood pressure, also called hypertension, is a condition that affects millions of people around the world. It is a major reason why many...
New drug can effectively reduce hard-to-treat high blood pressure
A new drug being tested by researchers at the University of California San Diego School of Medicine could offer hope for people with high...