A common drug may help prevent heart attacks without bleeding risks
Heart attacks have been the leading cause of death in the United States for many years. Traditional treatments usually focus on breaking down blood...
Why blood pressure rises in the morning and how to manage it
Many people don’t realize that blood pressure tends to rise early in the morning.
This natural spike usually happens between 6 a.m. and 10 a.m.,...
Vitamin B shows promise in helping lower high blood pressure
High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is a common and serious health issue that affects millions of people around the world. It happens...
Study reveals safety concerns about popular blood pressure drugs
High blood pressure is a common health issue that affects millions of people around the world. If left untreated, it can lead to serious...
Study confirms a big risk factor for high blood pressure and obesity
High blood pressure and obesity are growing health concerns worldwide. Despite efforts to encourage healthier eating and regular exercise, more and more people are...
Beetroot juice may help lower high blood pressure
High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is a serious health condition that affects millions of people worldwide. It happens when the pressure of...
Why gum disease linked to heart rhythm disorder
A new study from Hiroshima University reveals that neglecting your dental hygiene might not just affect your smile—it could also harm your heart.
The research,...
Widely used high blood pressure drug may have harmful side effects
Researchers from Columbia University have discovered that chlorthalidone, a commonly prescribed diuretic for lowering blood pressure, may cause more serious side effects than hydrochlorothiazide,...
These people should pay extra attention to high blood pressure
High blood pressure, also called hypertension, is a very common health problem. Nearly half of all adults in the United States have it. According...
Finding the right blood pressure for older people: what you need to know
As we age, keeping blood pressure under control becomes even more important. Blood pressure is the force of blood pushing against the walls of...