This common gum disease may double high blood pressure risk
In a recent study from UCL Eastman Dental Institute, researchers found that people with periodontitis, a severe gum infection, may be much more likely...
Higher blood pressure at night than in daytime may increase Alzheimer’s disease risk
In a new study from Uppsala University, researchers found that higher blood pressure at night than in daytime may be a risk factor for...
Have high blood pressure? You may want to check your meds
In a new study from Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, researchers found that nearly 1 in 5 adults with high blood pressure, a leading...
Difference in blood pressure between arms linked to early death
In a new study from the University of Exeter, researchers confirmed that a difference in blood pressure readings between arms is linked to a...
Which blood pressure number matters most? It may depend on your age
In a new study from the University of Southern Denmark, researchers found people’s age may determine which blood pressure number matters most.
Systolic blood pressure...
High blood pressure drugs are safe in COVID-19 pandemic
Patients with high blood pressure have worse COVID-19 outcomes, and this led to speculation that some anti-hypertensive medications may pose increased risks to patients...
Women face unique risks for high blood pressure and stroke
Women have a lot on their plates, and sometimes important self-care can take a back seat to work, family and other obligations.
In fact, nearly...
This high blood pressure drug may hurt your gut health
In a recent study published in the journal Circulation, researchers found that a type of high blood pressure drug called calcium channel blocker is...
Healthy people could benefit from blood pressure-lowering drugs
In a new study from the University of Oxford, researchers found blood pressure-lowering medication can prevent serious health conditions such as strokes, heart failure...
People with slightly high blood pressure may need medication
People with blood pressure that's a little too high should take medication to bring it down if lifestyle changes alone don't work, according to...