September 6, 2024

Almost 1 in 4 U.S. Adults Under 40 Have High Blood Pressure

An epidemic of high blood pressure is occurring in young adults and children in the United States, a pair of new studies show.

September 6, 2024

Cuffs on At-Home Blood Pressure Monitors Don't Fit Some Patients

People are encouraged to monitor their blood pressure at home, but many folks will find that household blood-pressure cuffs are literally a bad fit, a new study warns.

August 28, 2024

Study Shows How Fruits, Veggies Lower Blood Pressure, Heart Risks

Eating more fruits and veggies can lower blood pressure and improve heart health by reducing acid levels in the body, a new clinical trial finds.

August 21, 2024

High Blood Pressure Raises Odds for Alzheimer's Disease

Untreated high blood pressure in your 60s could raise your risk for Alzheimer's disease later, new research shows.

August 12, 2024

Fruits, Vegetables Lower Your Body's Acid Levels, Boosting Health

An apple a day, along with a healthy serving of vegetables, could become a first line of treatment for hypertension, new research suggests.

July 29, 2024

New Insights Into How Sleep Apnea Affects the Brain

Millions of Americans deal with the sleep deficits brought on by sleep apnea, and many turn to one of the few treatments out there, continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) machines.