Simple steps to prevent high blood pressure
High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is one of the most common health problems around the world. It’s often called the “silent killer”...
Volunteer EMT skipped his own checkups – until chest pain knocked him to his...
TJ Smith knew better than to let a decade pass without seeing a doctor.
After all, he was a volunteer EMT in Powhatan, Virginia. He...
Why good sleep is essential for a healthy heart
Most people know that sleep helps us feel rested and alert, but many don’t realize how deeply connected sleep is to heart health.
In fact,...
Why taking blood pressure pills at night may save your life
A large and important study has discovered a simple change that could help millions of people with high blood pressure: take your medication at...
Understanding the best blood pressure range for older people
Blood pressure is like a measure of how hard your heart has to work to push blood through your body. A good way to...
New drugs to treat high blood pressure: what you need to know
High blood pressure, also called hypertension, affects millions of people around the world. It’s one of the biggest causes of heart disease and stroke—two...
Common blood pressure drug may not be the best first choice, study finds
A new study from Columbia University has raised important questions about how doctors treat high blood pressure, a condition that affects millions of people...
Tiny gland lumps may cure high blood pressure, study finds
High blood pressure, also called hypertension, is one of the world’s most common health problems. It’s like blowing up a balloon too much—if the...
Study finds new way to treat high blood pressure
High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a common health problem that can lead to serious conditions like heart disease, strokes, and kidney problems if...
Natural plant compound quercetin may help lower blood pressure
A recent study led by scientists from the Hospital of Southern Medical University has found that quercetin, a natural compound found in many fruits and...