High blood pressure: Deadliest risk factor for women’s health
Key Takeaways
On World Hypertension Day, the European Society of Cardiology (ESC) emphasized the importance of women being aware of their blood pressure levels to...
“Good” cholesterol and high blood pressure: Genetic links to Alzheimer’s
Unpacking the Research
In a recent study, published in the prestigious journal JAMA Network Open, a team of scientists made a remarkable discovery linking high-density...
Why some people more likely to have high blood pressure
High Blood Pressure and Health Risks
High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is a common condition affecting nearly half of all adults in the...
Are heart rate and blood pressure the same? No, and it’s important to understand...
Lower your blood pressure. Get your heart rate up. Know your numbers.
When it comes to heart health, understanding all the numbers involved – and...
Prunes: A potential ally in controlling high blood pressure
High blood pressure is a prevalent condition that can lead to severe health complications like heart disease and stroke.
A recent study from Shifa College...
Blood pressure measurement: Why one-size-fits-all approach can be bad
High blood pressure, a major risk factor for heart disease, stroke, and kidney disease, is a leading cause of death in the United States.
Despite...
Long-term use of high blood pressure drug could contribute to kidney damage
Understanding High Blood Pressure
High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is a pervasive condition affecting millions of individuals globally.
It arises when the force of...
Home blood pressure measurements more accurate than clinic readings
Understanding the Study
A recent study conducted by researchers from Kaiser Permanente suggests that home-based blood pressure measurements could be more precise than those taken...
Marijuana use and high blood pressure: Increased risk of death revealed
High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is a widespread medical concern.
It happens when the force of blood against the artery walls remains too...
Why high blood pressure is known as the silent killer
Medical professionals call high blood pressure—also known as hypertension—the silent killer because it can go undetected for a long period of time and leads...