The small device, typically attached to the arm, has a sensor under the skin that sends readings ... blood sugar from an iPad in the clinic. "It takes the responsibility off my son and the ...

One expert maintains that the blood pressure reading you get at the doctor’s office is far from a complete picture of your ...

Bellevue College has launched a new program in collaboration with the American Heart Association designed to increase high ...

The current best practice is to take seated blood pressure readings with a detailed protocol: Patients must not eat, drink, or exercise for 30 minutes prior; they must have an empty bladder and ...

Knowing your numbers could be key to living a healthy life, especially when it comes to blood pressure. However, many people ...

For millions of people, especially those managing high blood pressure, an incorrect reading can mean the difference between a clear bill of health and a prescription for medication. Understanding ...

NEW YORK, Jan. 27 (UPI) --The next time you take your blood pressure in a supermarket or drugstore, don't worry about noise affecting the reading much -- it doesn't. A new study found a minor ...

When Mark Davidson walked into his doctor's office for a routine checkup, he had no idea he was about to become part of a medical revelation. His blood ...

Keeping track of both your heart rate and blood pressure can help identify potential health concerns, especially as it ...

Here’s how: Measure your blood pressure. Do a blood pressure reading with your clinician at least once a year. About 25% of Americans are not aware that they have hypertension. Eat healthier: Avoid ...

One blood pressure reading isn’t always enough to tell if you have high blood pressure. Your doctor may check it multiple times to see if it stays high. Systolic and diastolic blood pressure ...