May 2, 2023

AHA News: Blood Pressure: What Do the Numbers Mean and Why Do They Matter?

It's a standard part of any medical visit. Someone, typically a nurse, wraps a cuff around your arm and asks you to sit quietly while the cuff squeezes to the point of discomfort, then slowly eases its grip. Some numbers get jotted down in your chart.

May 2, 2023

Discrimination at Work Could Raise Blood Pressure

Dealing with discrimination at work -- from bosses or coworkers -- may be enough to send your blood pressure through the roof, a new study suggests.

April 17, 2023

High Blood Pressure in 30s, Worse Brain Health by 70s?

Be forewarned: High blood pressure in your 30s may lead to poorer brain health in your 70s.

March 29, 2023

AHA News: Irregular Sleep Schedule Linked to High Blood Pressure

People with irregular sleep patterns may face substantially higher odds of high blood pressure than those who stick to a schedule, even when they get the recommended amount of sleep each night, new research suggests.

March 29, 2023

Living Near Noisy Roads Can Raise Your Blood Pressure

That road noise outside your window could be wreaking havoc on your blood pressure.