This blood pressure number matters most in hypertension treatment
High blood pressure, or hypertension, affects millions of people and is a major cause of heart disease, strokes, and other serious health problems.
Doctors have...
Measuring blood pressure in both arms could save lives, study finds
A large international study led by researchers at the University of Exeter has found that blood pressure should be measured in both arms—not just...
The best body position when checking blood pressure
Blood pressure is one of the most important ways doctors check how healthy your heart is. Usually, it’s measured while you sit comfortably in...
High doses of this blood pressure drug may raise sudden cardiac arrest risk
A new European study has found a possible link between high doses of the widely used blood pressure drug nifedipine and an increased risk...
How to reduce high blood pressure death risk
High blood pressure, or hypertension, affects over one-third of adults around the world and is a major cause of early death due to heart...
New salt blend could lower blood pressure without sacrificing taste
Too much salt in the American diet has become a serious health problem. Most people eat more sodium than their bodies need, which raises...
Cutting blood pressure meds may be safe for some older people, Oxford study finds
A new study from the University of Oxford suggests that some older adults taking medication for high blood pressure may be able to safely...
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...