High Blood Pressure

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

Common high blood pressure drug may harm gut health in older people

In a recent study from Imperial College London, researchers found that a type of blood pressure-lowering medication, called a calcium-channel blocker, may be linked...

Common high blood pressure drug may have dangerous side effects

In a recent study from Columbia University, researchers found that chlorthalidone, the guideline-recommended diuretic for lowering blood pressure, causes more serious side effects than...

This common health problem may double your high blood pressure risk

In a new study, researchers found that people with periodontitis, a severe gum infection, may be much more likely to have higher blood pressure...

This program can strongly improve blood pressure, cholesterol control

In a recent study from Brigham and Women’s Hospital and elsewhere, researchers developed a program that provides an end-to-end solution to improve blood pressure...

Independent of cholesterol, this can raise risk of heart disease, high blood pressure

High cholesterol is the most commonly understood cause of atherosclerosis, a hardening of the arteries that raises the risk of heart attack and stroke. But...

How to prevent and treat high blood pressure with exercise

In a new paper, researchers give personalized advice on the most effective exercise to lower blood pressure. They recommend specific activities according to an individual's...

Common high blood pressure drugs may contribute to sleep loss

In a new study, researchers found beta-blockers treat heart diseases and were not more likely to cause depression compared to other similar treatments. While depression...

Very few people with this high blood pressure disorder get diagnosed

In a new study, researchers found that only 3% of patients at high risk for primary aldosteronism (PA). It is a common disorder that causes...

Scientists find a way to reverse high blood sugar and muscle loss

In a new study, researchers found that liver metabolism is disrupted in people with obesity-related type 2 diabetes, which contributes to high blood sugar...

This work schedule linked to stroke, high blood pressure and diabetes

In a new study, researchers found that disruption to organ rhythms caused by shift work is a key factor in injury-induced disease development. They found...