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...
Bottom blood pressure number may be key to dementia prevention
Most people know that blood pressure is an important sign of how healthy their heart and blood vessels are. It’s measured with two numbers....
Scientists uncover key heart protector in battle against heart failure
Scientists have found a new clue that could lead to better treatments for heart failure, especially in people with type 2 diabetes.
A recent study...
Fewer heart problems could mean fewer dementia cases, study finds
A new study suggests that a large number of dementia cases in the U.S. could be prevented by reducing certain health problems linked to...