High Blood Pressure

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

Scientists find this app can manage high blood pressure effectively

High blood pressure affects a large portion of adults in the U.S., and managing it is essential to prevent heart attacks and strokes. A recent...

Scientists find hidden risks of blood pressure medication for women

Researchers in Italy made an eye-opening discovery: Women taking a common blood pressure medication, known as beta-blockers, seemed to be at greater risk of...

Do all heart attack survivors need beta blockers long-term? study says maybe not

Beta blockers are medicines often given to people after they've had a heart attack. These drugs are supposed to lower the chances of having...

A revolutionary scan could change how we treat high blood pressure

The Mystery of Uncontrolled High Blood Pressure High blood pressure is like a quiet storm that wreaks havoc inside your body. It puts a strain...

Common blood pressure drugs may lower knee replacement risks

We all know that high blood pressure is bad for the heart. But, it turns out, the drugs you take to control it might...

Misunderstanding of high blood pressure could harm your health

Blood pressure is like a health report card for your heart and arteries. It's a pair of numbers that tell you how hard your...

Blood pressure readings jump around between your doctor visits, study finds

Do you think your blood pressure stays the same all the time? Think again. A recent study led by Yuan Lu, a teacher at Yale...

A new pill could revolutionize high blood pressure treatment

High blood pressure is a big deal in Australia. One out of every three adults is struggling with it. High blood pressure can lead to...

Scientists find a new way to treat tough high blood pressure

The Link Between Kidney and High Blood Pressure High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is a major health concern that can lead to severe...

What your blood pressure numbers say about your brain health

What Those Numbers Mean at the Doctor's Office You've probably had a band wrapped around your arm at the doctor's office while they squeeze a...