Combining blood pressure and cholesterol drugs could prevent stroke better
In a recent study, researchers found that combining medication that lowers blood pressure with medication that lowers cholesterol could reduce first-time strokes by 44%.
Seventy-five...
How to measure your blood pressure at home
In a recent article, UT Southwestern cardiologist Dr. Sharon Reimold suggests that people who take blood pressure medicines can monitor their blood pressure at...
This new blood pressure app could be used on iPhone easily
In a new study, researchers from Michigan State University invented a proof-of-concept blood pressure app.
This app can give accurate readings on an iPhone with...
Two common blood pressure drugs could make blood pressure unstable
In a recent study, researchers found that two types of blood pressure drugs, alpha blockers, and alpha 2 agonist, show increased variability in blood...
Marijuana may raise death risk from high blood pressure
In a recent study, researchers found that marijuana use is linked to a three-fold risk of death from high blood pressure.
The study was conducted...
Living near oil and gas wells is linked to high blood pressure, heart disease,...
In a new study, researchers found a possible connection between the intensity of oil and gas exploration in an area and early indicators of...
These two strategies are both necessary for blood pressure control
In a recent review study, researchers find both targeted and population-based strategies for blood pressure control can help prevent high blood pressure.
High blood pressure...
Checking blood pressure at home is more accurate than in office
In a new paper, researchers suggest that doctors could improve the care of high blood pressure by relying more on home blood pressure (BP)...
How western diets could harm your blood pressure
A South American tribe living in near-total isolation with no Western dietary influences showed no increase in average blood pressure from age one to...
Blue light could help reduce high blood pressure
In a new study, researchers found that exposure to blue light could decrease blood pressure, reducing the risk of developing cardiovascular disease.
The study is...