Hypertension, known as High Blood Pressure in layman language, occurs when the force of blood against the artery walls is consistently too high. On a global level, this has been set to any reading ...

High blood pressure, often called the 'silent killer,' frequently exhibits no early symptoms, warns AIIMS Delhi neurologist Dr. Priyanka Sehrawat. It’s easy to ignore what can’t be seen or felt.

In Mejia’s study, 117 people with high blood pressure participated in the program for 14 days. By the end of this period, half of the participants had lowered their blood pressure to a ...

WITH 120,000 people in Northern Ireland unaware they are living with high blood pressure, NI Chest Heart & Stroke has shared advice on how to use monitors, lifestyle and keeping on top of medication.

The test checks for primary aldosteronism, a condition that affects up to 30% of people with high blood pressure, researchers said. Getting rid of this inaccurate test could "improve diagnostic ...

Eating more minimally processed plant-based proteins—such as beans, nuts and lentils—may lower the risk for high blood pressure, according to new research. "Our study focused on foods ...

Not only is medication effective in lowering high blood pressure, but some common, everyday foods like tea, dark chocolate, and apples can help too. On World Hypertension Day, which is observed ...

An Army pilot for more than 30 years, Richard noticed his blood pressure was increasing during the later part of his service, and he was diagnosed with hypertension after retirement. Despite ...

With May being National High Blood Pressure Education Month, now is a great time to reflect on staying healthy. MyNorthwest spoke with Western Washington Medical Group Cardiologist Dr. Thomas ...

Blood pressure is the amount of force your blood uses to push through your arteries. When it’s high, it may impact heart health. Home blood pressure monitors make it easy to stay on top of your ...

Some believe taking essential oils can lower blood pressure that’s consistently high. A 2012 clinical study on aromatherapy’s effect on hypertension supports this notion. The study used a ...

High blood pressure is an issue that affects many Brits. While it can be controlled with medication, there are ways to keep it down via diet. Victoria Taylor, a dietitian with the British Heart ...