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"In contrast to prevailing beliefs, our finding suggests that the impact of a noisy public space on BP readings is small and ...

Don’t worry if someone’s checking your blood pressure in a loud public place.The reading they get is apt to be just a ...

About half of U.S. adults have high blood pressure, a major risk for heart attacks, strokes, kidney failure, even dementia.

Nothing doctors prescribed controlled Michael Garrity’s dangerously high blood pressure — until they zapped away some nerves ...

Discover how controlling blood pressure can protect your brain health, as groundbreaking research shows an impressive ...

Yes, coffee can raise your blood pressure temporarily. There are also some factors that determine this increase, like your caffeine tolerance. Here’s what you need to know.

diabetes and high blood pressure remain on the rise in the United States, according to an annual report from the American Heart Association. These risks are thwarting efforts to save lives from ...

We all know that things like stress or diet changes can temporarily elevate our blood pressure. But you might not actually ...

should monitor their blood pressure at home, as per the American Heart Association. It's essential because the tracking can help your doctor confirm your diagnosis or determine if treatments are ...

However, in addition to how often you check your blood pressure levels ... A research study presented at the American Heart Association's Scientific Sessions conference in Philadelphia suggested ...

Many people make these common mistakes when taking blood pressure at home, experts say. A cardiologist provides tips for getting an accurate reading.