Intensive high blood pressure control may help people live 3 years longer
In a new study, researchers found that reducing blood pressure lower than the normal levels could reduce overall death rates by 27% for adults...
For older people, eating less salt could mean a larger fall in blood pressure
Most people get a blood pressure-lowering benefit from eating less salt and the less you eat, the more you benefit, but a new study...
These stroke survivors may not be prescribed enough blood pressure meds
Nearly two-thirds of people who survive an often-deadly type of stroke caused by bleeding in the brain continue to experience high blood pressure because...
Some gut bacteria may be linked to this dangerous high blood pressure
In a new study, researchers have identified a distinct group of gut bacteria that may contribute to and predict the development of pulmonary arterial...
This high blood pressure drug may cause more dangerous side effects
In a new study, researchers found that chlorthalidone, the guideline-recommended diuretic for lowering blood pressure, causes more serious side effects than hydrochlorothiazide, a similarly...
This study shows a cause of high blood pressure in people with sleep apnea
Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) affects an estimated 22 million Americans.
In addition to sleep problems, the condition can cause other health issues, including high blood...
Popular dieting method may help you lose weight, reduce blood pressure
Intermittent fasting has shown success in helping people lose weight.
However, many people can find it difficult to eat normally on most days and then...
This low-cost therapy could treat high blood pressure effectively
In a new study, researchers found that a low-cost intervention comprising home visits by community healthcare workers to monitor blood pressure (BP) and provide...
When the best treatment for high blood pressure is to wait
In a new study, researchers found that a doctor's decision not to intensify high blood pressure treatment is often an appropriate choice.
In two-thirds of...
This high blood pressure drug may help lower gout risk
In a new study, researchers found that antihypertensive medication amlodipine is linked to a lower risk for gout compared with other antihypertensive drugs.
The research...