High blood pressure alone can cause kidney damage early
New research from the Medical University of Vienna has found that high blood pressure can directly cause structural damage to the kidneys—even in people...
Foods to avoid if you have high blood pressure and diabetes
If you’re living with high blood pressure or diabetes—or both—what you eat can make a big difference in your health. These two conditions are...
Common blood pressure drug may not be the best first choice, study finds
A large new study from Columbia University has found that one of the most commonly prescribed drugs for high blood pressure, known as ACE...
Why you should lie down when measuring blood pressure
Most of us are used to getting our blood pressure checked while sitting at the doctor’s office. But new research shows that this common...
Common blood pressure drug linked to bowel issues, study finds
Diverticulosis, a condition where small pouches form in the walls of the intestine, is especially common in older adults. Though often harmless, it can...
Lowering blood pressure to 120 mm Hg and blew can prevent heart problems
A new study has shown that lowering blood pressure more than usual can help prevent serious heart problems in people who are already at...
This starfish-inspired wearable could track heart health on the move
Scientists at the University of Missouri have created a new wearable device that can monitor heart health more accurately—even while you're moving—by taking inspiration...
Early pregnancy blood pressure may predict future hypertension risk, even without complications
A large new study has found that blood pressure patterns in the first half of pregnancy can help predict whether a woman will develop...
Two common blood pressure drugs work equally well, but one may have fewer side...
A recent study from Geisinger Medical Center has found that two types of drugs used to treat high blood pressure for the first time...
Too much coffee may be risky for people with severe high blood pressure
A recent study has found that drinking two or more cups of coffee a day may double the risk of dying from heart disease...