A rapid blood test could speed treatment for people who have suffered a stroke related to brain bleeding, a new study says.

A new study suggests that a simple blood test could help doctors quickly determine whether a stroke is caused by bleeding or ...

Dozens of different medications can help treat high blood pressure (hypertension). These medications are called antihypertensives and are divided into many different categories, each of which ...

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: ...

Low blood pressure, also known as hypotension, occurs when blood flows through your blood vessels at pressures that are lower than normal. Low blood pressure is primarily a concern if it produces ...

Blood pressure during a heart attack could read as normal, elevated, or low, depending on the affected heart area. For example, a heart attack affecting the lower right part of the heart (an inferior ...

A new study found a minor difference between blood pressure measurements taken in public spaces compared to those in private offices.

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 ...

Evidence shows that high blood pressure increases a person’s risk of developing dementia. Long-term research studies have demonstrated that people who had high blood pressure in mid-life (from 40-64 ...

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 ...

Keeping track of both your heart rate and blood pressure can help identify potential health concerns, especially as it relates to your overall heart health. Blood pressure is one of the most ...