These two drugs can treat high blood pressure effectively
A new study from Geisinger Medical Center shows that two types of drugs used to treat high blood pressure—ACE inhibitors and ARBs—are both effective.
However,...
Higher blood pressure at age 7 may predict heart disease risk decades later
A new long-term study shows that children with high blood pressure at just 7 years old may be at a greater risk of dying...
New drug can control both high blood pressure and chronic kidney disease
A new drug called baxdrostat may help people who have both chronic kidney disease and uncontrolled high blood pressure.
According to early findings shared at...
Common blood pressure drugs may not prevent heart attacks
A major new study has found that beta blockers—drugs often prescribed after a heart attack—may not actually help certain patients.
This discovery could change how...
Focus on this blood pressure number for better heart health
High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a common health problem that affects people all over the world. It increases the risk of heart disease,...
Can this vitamin help lower hard-to-treat high blood pressure?
High blood pressure is a major health issue all over the world and controlling it can be difficult for many people.
Now, new research from...
Study shows an often-ignored cause of high blood pressure
High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is often called the “silent killer.”
That’s because it can lead to heart attacks, strokes, and other serious...
People taking blood pressure pills have lower dementia risk
A new study has found that taking medications for high blood pressure—known as antihypertensives—may help lower the risk of dementia in older adults.
This offers...
Popular blood pressure pill may harm your gut, study confirms
High blood pressure, also called hypertension, is a common health problem around the world. About one in ten adults has it.
If left untreated, it...
More Americans meet criteria for high blood pressure under new guidelines
Nearly half of all Americans have high blood pressure – a condition called hypertension.
Hypertension is the No. 1 risk factor for heart disease and...