Earlier thought to be an ailment for only the old, heart disease is a common, serious medical issue that is commonly ...

The government’s Bangladesh Hypertension Control Initiative (BHCI), which has significantly improved hypertension control nationwide, is now facing a major setback as medicine supply to patients ...

We urge policymakers to put people before profits by adopting strong food and tobacco control measures. Protecting our hearts ...

The one in 10 Americans living with type 2 diabetes may be at double the risk of a deadly condition that results in organ ...

A new health initiative brings blood pressure tools to Brockton’s public library, helping residents track their numbers.

High blood pressure, or hypertension, has long been known to be a risk factor for dementia. But this new research sheds light ...

After 12 weeks, both groups had similar results. About 87% of people in each group kept their systolic blood pressure below ...

The updated guidelines recommend that people keep their systolic blood pressure under a specific number — 130 — to prevent cognitive decline and dementia. (Again, systolic blood pressure is the first ...

Nearly half of all adults in the U.S. have high blood pressure, which is the No. 1 preventable risk factor for cardiovascular disease, including heart attack, stroke and heart failure, as well as ...

Studies point to BP as a mediating factor in the relationship between sleep and CV health, with certain sleep patterns tied to hypertension.

Salt is eliminated from the body in urine in 1 to 3 days. Cutting back on salt, drinking water, and exercising may improve ...

New study shows that staying hydrated reduces levels of cortisone — a hormone that helps regulate blood pressure, reduce ...