Dementia risk may be tied to how long blood pressure stays in target range
Oct 31, 2022
The longer a person keeps blood pressure under control, the lower their risk may be for dementia, preliminary new research suggests.
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Telehealth may be just as good as clinic visits for treating high blood pressure
Oct 25, 2022
Telehealth care coordinated by pharmacists is a safe and effective alternative to clinic-based care for treating high blood pressure, according to a new study.
Many older adults may not get the intensive blood pressure treatment they need
Sep 16, 2022
Fewer than 30% of older adults who need more aggressive treatment for hypertension actually get it, new research shows.
Where you live may impact how likely you are to take your blood pressure meds
Sep 9, 2022
People in large urban areas may be less likely to take medications prescribed for high blood pressure than those who live in rural areas, preliminary research suggests.
Diet change may return bigger heart health rewards than other lifestyle changes
Sep 7, 2022
In young and middle-aged adults with slightly high blood pressure, adopting the DASH diet would return greater heart health rewards than any other lifestyle change, a simulation study suggests.
Gay, bisexual adults may be less likely to take needed high blood pressure medication
Sep 7, 2022
Gay and bisexual men and women appear less likely to take prescribed medication for high blood pressure than their heterosexual peers, preliminary new research suggests.
Shift workers with high blood pressure may face higher heart disease, diabetes risk
Aug 29, 2022
People with high blood pressure who work night shifts may be at higher risk for additional cardiometabolic conditions, such as diabetes, coronary heart disease or stroke, new research suggests.
Are you taking blood pressure in both arms? You should, study finds
Aug 3, 2022
Measuring blood pressure in both arms and using the higher reading is a more accurate way to diagnose hypertension and assess cardiovascular risk, a new study suggests.
Monitoring blood pressure at home can be tricky. Here's how to do it right.
May 23, 2022
Keeping track of blood pressure is essential for health, but measuring it accurately isn't always easy. Here's what to know about taking your own readings.
Uncontrolled blood pressure, diabetes may be common among people with heart failure
Apr 28, 2022
Among U.S. adults with heart failure, about half have uncontrolled high blood pressure, and 1 in 5 being treated for diabetes didn't have it under control, new research shows.