High Blood Pressure

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

Should people with high blood pressure avoid coffee?

If you love coffee but have severe high blood pressure, a new study says you might want to cut back on your daily cups. Surprisingly,...

Why your blood pressure isn’t always steady in doctor’s office

Think your blood pressure stays the same all the time? Think again. A new study led by Yuan Lu from Yale School of Medicine shows...

A simple mineral mix in water may help lower high blood pressure

High blood pressure is one of the biggest health problems around the world. It is a leading cause of early death that could often...

Could common blood pressure drugs harm your eyes?

A new study has raised concerns that a popular type of blood pressure medicine may increase the risk of glaucoma, a serious eye disease...

These blood pressure drugs linked to higher suicide risk

A new study led by Muhammad Mamdani from St. Michael’s Hospital and published in JAMA Network Open has raised concerns about a possible connection...

Some blood pressure drugs may increase kidney damage

High blood pressure, also called hypertension, is a major health problem around the world. It affects millions of people and is a leading cause of...

Blood pressure drugs may help lower dementia risk

A new study brings hopeful news: taking blood pressure medications might help reduce the risk of dementia in older adults who have high blood...

Popular blood pressure drug may raise skin cancer risk, study finds

High blood pressure, also called hypertension, is a common health condition in Australia. It affects more than one in three adults and, if not managed...

This study questions safety of popular blood pressure drug

Scientists at Columbia University have made an important discovery that could change the way doctors treat high blood pressure. A new study shows that the...

Popular blood pressure drugs may raise risk of heart failure, study finds

A new study from Penn State and other research institutions has raised concerns about some of the most common drugs used to treat high...