Discover how a new method for high blood pressure treatment eliminates the need for traditional surgery while improving ...

This common mistake could be skewing your blood pressure readings leading to misdiagnosis and unnecessary medication.

The second is a measure of the blood pressure when the heart rests between beats. This is called diastolic pressure. A normal blood pressure reading is around 120/80 mmHg. High blood pressure, also ...

Kidney diseases often develop silently, making early detection crucial. Ignoring warning signs can lead to severe ...

Flying with unmanaged high blood pressure may carry additional risk. You can manage your blood pressure before your trip to limit your chances of developing complications. For many people ...

Studies disagree on whether high blood pressure can cause headaches. However, headaches may be a symptom of a hypertensive crisis (extremely high blood pressure). High blood pressure, also known ...

Until now, the only effective cure for primary aldosteronism has been surgical removal of the entire adrenal gland, requiring ...

Last year, a study highlighted that your doctor's office might be taking your blood pressure wrong. The current best practice is to take seated blood pressure readings with a detailed protocol: ...

Healthcare professionals measure blood pressure readings in millimeters of mercury (mm Hg). A normal reading is less than 120 mm Hg systolic and 80 mm Hg diastolic, which doctors write as “less ...

The American Heart Association recommends that anyone with high blood pressure (typically 130/80 mmHg or higher) should monitor their blood pressure at home. Regular monitoring helps your doctor ...