Common drugs that can quietly raise your blood pressure
High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is one of the most common health problems in the world.
It affects millions of people and increases...
Common blood pressure drugs unnecessary for most heart attack survivors, study finds
For decades, beta-blockers have been a standard treatment for people recovering from a heart attack.
But new research suggests that most patients with normal heart...
How you cook potatoes could affect your blood pressure, study finds
Scientists from Imperial College London have discovered that the way potatoes are cooked plays a key role in how they affect blood pressure.
While potatoes...
Throat problems may increase high blood pressure risk
A new study from the University of Southampton has revealed a surprising connection between throat problems and blood pressure.
The research, published in the medical...
New CT scan can cure high blood pressure by spotting hidden nodules
Researchers from Queen Mary University of London and other institutions have made a major breakthrough in treating high blood pressure, also known as hypertension.
They...
Lying down for a blood pressure test could show hidden heart risks
If you’ve ever had your blood pressure checked at the doctor’s office, it was probably done while you were sitting in a chair.
But new...
Big blood pressure swings may predict future heart disease
Have you ever wondered what blood pressure really means? It’s the pressure of your blood pushing against your artery walls as it travels through...
Any high blood pressure in pregnancy greatly raises heart disease risks after birth, study...
A new study from Intermountain Health has revealed that women who experience high blood pressure during pregnancy face a much higher risk of serious...
Doctors say: don’t panic about melatonin and heart failure headlines
If you’ve seen recent headlines warning that melatonin might cause heart failure, don’t lose sleep over them—literally.
Heart experts say the concern is premature and...
Opening all blocked arteries during a heart attack can save more lives, study finds
A major international study has found that opening all blocked arteries during a heart attack—not just the one causing the immediate problem—can greatly improve...