Regularly monitoring blood pressure is key to good health. But “garbage in = garbage out” as-always applies when it comes to ...

Taking my blood pressure is always nerve wracking. I do not have any risk factors for high blood pressure (hypertension), but the slow tightening of the cuff makes me very aware of my heart rate, and ...

For some patients struggling to control high blood pressure, something as simple as having blood pressure monitors at home and texted reminders to use them could be the key to stabilizing or even ...

Low blood pressure is a blood pressure reading below 90/60 mmHg. Low blood pressure often isn't a problem unless it causes noticeable symptoms. Symptoms of low blood pressure include dizziness, ...

Most people with high blood pressure aren't skipping the salt shaker in favor of a salt substitute, according to a new study. Incredibly few Americans use salt substitutes, essentially waving aside a ...

More than one-third of Georgia adults have been told they have high blood pressure, according to America's Health Rankings. This is important because, if not detected and controlled, it can lead to ...

Keeping track of your health starts with knowing your numbers, and when it comes to your health, your blood pressure is most important. To monitor BP, an at home BP monitor becomes a priority. A BP ...

The Omron E5 error on a blood pressure machine often results from a loose cuff, air leaks, or user movement during measurement. Ensuring the cuff is properly placed ...

Risk assessment plays a central role in the primary prevention of cardiovascular disease. The 2017 High Blood Pressure Clinical Practice Guideline incorporated quantitative risk assessment for the ...

Lifestyle changes like staying hydrated, drinking coffee, and certain exercises may help raise your blood pressure and keep it within the optimal range. You may not have any symptoms if you have low ...

Ritu Trivedi is a member of the Australian National Hypertension Taskforce working groups for patient activation and engagement, and awareness and screening of high blood pressure. Clara Chow is a ...