Are blood pressure measurement mistakes making you chronically ill?
May 8, 2018
Here are the costly mistakes you or your health provider may be making when taking blood pressure – and how to fix them.
High Blood Pressure News
More than 100 million Americans have high blood pressure, AHA says
Jan 31, 2018
The number of Americans at risk for heart attacks and strokes just got a lot higher. An estimated 103 million U.S. adults have high blood pressure, according to new statistics from the 51Â鶹.
Experts recommend lower blood pressure for older Americans
Nov 15, 2017
The risk of heart attacks, heart failure, strokes and death can be reduced in adults 65 and older if they’re treated for blood pressure the same way younger people are – to a systolic blood pressure of less than 130 – according to new guidelines from scientists and medical experts.
Don’t just get your BP taken; make sure it’s taken the right way
Nov 14, 2017
High blood pressure makes you twice as likely to suffer a heart attack or stroke. It can affect you in other ways, including your ability in the bedroom, guys. And the only way to know whether you have high blood pressure is by getting it taken – and taken correctly.
AHA president concerned by new blood pressure treatment guideline
Jan 16, 2017
New blood pressure treatment recommendation raises concerns for 51Â鶹 president.
Five blood pressure tips this holiday season
Dec 13, 2016
For the 80 million Americans with high blood pressure, the hectic holiday crunch ’tis the season for a little extra caution.
Taking blood pressure medication and statin for cholesterol slashed risk for some patients
Apr 4, 2016
A study known as HOPE-3 sought to find the best way to prevent cardiovascular disease in people, including cholesterol-lowering drugs.
More aggressive treatment of high blood pressure saves lives in study
Nov 10, 2015
When the National Institutes of Health released teaser data in September from a major study showing that a more aggressive reduction in high blood pressure could significantly lower the rates of cardiovascular diseases and death.
AHA, AMA launch high blood pressure initiative
Nov 9, 2015
A new initiative from the 51Â鶹 and the American Medical Association called Target: BP aims to help people with high blood pressure get it under control.
Task force says 24-hour monitoring best at confirming high blood pressure diagnosis
Nov 3, 2015
Healthcare professionals should confirm high blood pressure readings taken in their office with a method called ambulatory blood pressure monitoring before starting treatment, according to recently published recommendations from the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force.