High Blood Pressure

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

This new 5-minute exercise may improve your blood pressure and brain health

This new 5-minute exercise may improve your blood pressure and brain health

In a new study, researchers found that a 5-minute exercise could help people improve their blood pressure and boost brain function. The exercise is called...
Scientists discover new genes that regulate blood pressure

Scientists discover new genes that regulate blood pressure

In a recent study, researchers from Washington University in St. Louis used a technique to identify dozens of new genetic variations that affect blood...
Montmorency tart cherry juice is good for your blood pressure and cholesterol

Montmorency tart cherry juice is good for your blood pressure and cholesterol

If you want to control your blood pressure and blood cholesterol levels, you should try  Montmorency tart cherry juice, according to a study published...
Sleeping pill use may make you need more high blood pressure drugs

Sleeping pill use may make you need more high blood pressure drugs

In a new study, researchers found people who use sleep pills to help them sleep better need more high blood pressure drugs. The research was...
Spousal caregivers may have higher risks of high blood pressure and heart disease

Spousal caregivers may have higher risks of high blood pressure and heart disease

In a new study, researchers found people who need to look after their ill spouse may have higher risks of heart disease and high...
New blood pressure guidelines may protect millions from strokes and heart attacks

New blood pressure guidelines may protect millions from strokes and heart attacks

In a recent study, researchers found that the 2017 blood pressure guidelines may help prevent more than 3 million heart attacks and strokes over...
Common high blood pressure drug linked to higher skin cancer risk

Common high blood pressure drug linked to higher skin cancer risk

In a recent study, researchers found that one common drug for treating high blood pressure is linked to skin cancer. They found that the blood...

This mineral could protect your blood pressure

A healthy diet is a cornerstone of good health. Recently Indiana University researchers have found another reason why: An important mineral may help keep blood...
This common high blood pressure drug linked to sudden cardiac arrest

Common high blood pressure drug linked to this heart disease

In a new study, researchers found a common drug for treating high blood pressure and chest pain is linked to a higher risk of...

People with high blood pressure should take this brain test

In a recent study, researchers found that people with high blood pressure should take a clock drawing test for detecting cognitive dysfunction routinely. The clock...