High Blood Pressure

Latest research findings about high blood pressure or hypertension from universities and research institutes.

Heart attack or anxiety attack? How to tell the difference

Heart attacks and anxiety attacks can feel very similar, and it’s often hard to tell the difference. Both can cause chest pain, shortness of breath,...

Can high blood pressure cause kidney failure?

High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is one of the most common health problems worldwide. Many people know it can lead to heart disease...

Your blood pressure may reveal hidden clues about dementia

When you visit the doctor and get your blood pressure checked, you usually see two numbers. These numbers are called systolic and diastolic pressure,...

Hospitalizations for dangerous blood pressure spikes have doubled in older Americans

A new study from Yale University has found a worrying trend: the number of older Americans being hospitalized for dangerous spikes in blood pressure...

How common blood pressure drugs affect sleep and mental health

Getting enough sleep is very important for our health. Sleep helps the body rest, the brain stay sharp, and the whole system work better. But...

Why heart disease happens in young adults

Heart disease is often seen as a problem that only affects older adults, but more and more young people are being diagnosed with heart...

Blood pressure drug may cut stroke risk in women with migraines

A common medication used to treat high blood pressure and prevent migraines may help reduce the risk of stroke in women who suffer from...

How vitamin D helps prevent high blood pressure

Most people know that vitamin D helps keep bones strong and the immune system healthy. But there’s more to this “sunshine vitamin” than many...

This blood pressure number may influence your emotions

When we think about blood pressure, we often focus on numbers and heart health. But new research suggests that blood pressure—especially the lower number...

Widely used blood pressure drug may influence gut health

High blood pressure is a serious health issue in the United States, affecting millions of adults and increasing the risk of heart disease and...