A new study highlights the importance of proper arm positioning during blood pressure measurement to avoid inaccurate readings and potential misdiagnosis of hypertension. Researchers found that ...

A simple scoring system could revolutionize how doctors prevent heart attacks and strokes by identifying patients most likely ...

High blood pressure that is not controlled can cause increased risk of heart attacks, dementia and kidney failure. Less than ...

Everyone with high blood pressure (130/80 or higher) should have a home blood pressure monitor. Home monitoring can help you ...

Keeping blood pressure under control is critical. For patients who have been unable to successfully maintain that control, there is a new, cutting-edge surgical procedure available at The Heart Center ...

February is American Heart Month, and doctors urge people to monitor blood pressure and cholesterol, as both can lead to heart disease without noticeable symptoms.

This common mistake could be skewing your blood pressure readings leading to misdiagnosis and unnecessary medication.