New study finds a surprising cause of high blood pressure
A new study has found that gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) may increase the risk of developing high blood pressure, or hypertension.
Conducted by researchers at...
Can blood pressure drugs hurt your digestive system?
High blood pressure is a widespread health issue, affecting roughly 10% of adults worldwide. People with high blood pressure are usually advised to make...
Common drugs may raise blood pressure in people with hypertension
A recent study from Harvard reveals that nearly one in five people with high blood pressure (hypertension) may unknowingly be taking medications for other...
This blood pressure drug linked to higher risk of sudden cardiac arrest
A recent study from the European Sudden Cardiac Arrest Network suggests a potential link between a common medication used to treat high blood pressure...
Blood pressure drug shows promise for slowing diabetic kidney disease
A recent study from the University of Bristol offers new hope for people with diabetes, who are at a high risk of kidney complications.
The...
Common blood pressure drug could protect kidney health in people with diabetes
Diabetes doesn’t just impact blood sugar; it often leads to serious kidney issues, too. In fact, about 40% of people with diabetes develop a...
Fast high blood pressure control key to stroke prevention in older people
High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is a common condition, especially among older adults. It’s often called a “silent” issue because it usually...
Research finds best blood pressure target for older people
High blood pressure, or hypertension, happens when the force of blood pushing against the walls of the arteries is consistently too high.
Doctors measure this...
Marijuana use linked to higher risk of death from high blood pressure
A study from Georgia State University has found that using marijuana could triple the risk of dying from high blood pressure. The study examined...
Major causes of high blood pressure everyone needs to know
High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a condition that affects millions worldwide. It happens when the force of blood pushing against the walls of...