Starting treatment in the first month after diagnosis increases the likelihood of blood pressure control with lasting ...

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Because of these risks, doctors now recommend a more personalized approach. For most people over 60, it is best to aim for a systolic pressure under 130 mmHg, but not lower than 120 mmHg. This range ...

The prevalence of metabolic syndrome tends to increase as we get older. One study cites the rate at nearly 20% for those 20 ...

A new study has revealed that the most commonly used way to measure blood pressure may not always give accurate results, ...

New data from a large, international registry showed balloon-assisted anterior mitral leaflet modification (BATMAN) was safe, ...

Ejheisheh, M. (2025) Anthropometric and Body Composition Indices as Predictors of Hypertension Risk among Older Adults. Open ...

Follow the DASH Diet: The DASH diet (short for Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension) has a long, solid track record for lowering blood pressure. It emphasizes fruits, vegetables, whole grains, ...

In late 2024, the American Heart Association (AHA) released updated stroke guidelines, marking the first major revision since ...

Recently approved medications for resistant hypertension, uncomplicated UTIs and menopausal hot flashes show potential as ...

The Conversation reports on research that even though most Americans don't know the normal or healthy range for blood ...

Past work from Ilardo has shown that nomadic Bajau divers in Indonesia, Malaysia, and the Philippines have especially large ...