Hypertension is a very common condition, affecting about half of all adults in the U.S. But it doesn’t always have symptoms, ...

A soon-to-be-published study analyzed more than 6 million patient records to help support a growing link between heart and ...

Ascension Sacred Heart Pensacola is expanding its cardiovascular services by adding new FDA-approved technology to treat ...

The results of the study show that both fruits and vegetables and NaHCO3 improved kidney health, but only fruits and vegetables, and not NaHCO3, reduced blood pressure and improved indices of ...

Single-pill combinations of three or more antihypertensive drugs are the way forward to help patients reach lower blood ...

For the millions of people with hypertension, the condition feels like a ticking time bomb. Those who have it can struggle to keep it under control, even with medication. Now, D.C.-area doctors are ...

Education about early detection and treatment is also vital. Once diagnosed, hypertension can be effectively managed with ...

And as with many chronic illnesses, high blood pressure tends to run in families, suggesting that genetics plays a role. If you eat foods high in salt, or use medications like nonsteroidal anti ...

A new study found that having your arm in the wrong position during blood pressure checks — either at home or the doctor’s office — can result in readings “markedly higher” than when your arm is in ...

As we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, which runs from Sept. 15 to Oct. 15, it’s vital that we not only celebrate the profound contributions of Hispanic people and culture but also confront critical ...

Safety of a Potential New Treatment to Manage Complications from Sickle Cell Disease Apr. 11, 2024 — A drug approved to treat pulmonary arterial hypertension may be effective at managing ...

The study found the rate of chronic high blood pressure in pregnant women doubled over a 14-year period. At the same time, the use of medications that can treat the condition, also called hypertension ...