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 American Heart Association.
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.
Nov 14, 2017
Well over half of all African-American adults will be classified as having high blood pressure under new streamlined diagnostic guidelines released this week, illuminating the heavy burden of cardiovascular disease in the population.
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.
Nov 13, 2017
Nearly half of American adults are at risk for major health problems because of high blood pressure, according to a new scientific guideline that redefines the dangerous condition and provides tactics for doctors to detect, treat and prevent it.
Jan 16, 2017
New blood pressure treatment recommendation raises concerns for American Heart Association president.
Dec 13, 2016
For the 80 million Americans with high blood pressure, the hectic holiday crunch ’tis the season for a little extra caution.
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.
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.
Nov 9, 2015
A new initiative from the American Heart Association and the American Medical Association called Target: BP aims to help people with high blood pressure get it under control.