Researchers have found why common cuff-based blood pressure readings are inaccurate and how they might be improved, which could improve health outcomes for patients. High blood pressure, or ...

Several key mistakes could throw off the accuracy of blood pressure readings for people who take them at home. The average "normal" blood pressure is 120/80, according to the American Heart ...

High blood pressure earns its reputation as the “silent killer” by developing without obvious symptoms until it reaches potentially life-threatening levels. With nearly half of American adults living ...

Your kidneys work as your body’s natural filtration system, cleaning your blood day and night. But this vital work depends heavily on one critical factor: your blood pressure. Medical experts warn ...

Stunning as it may sound, nearly half of Americans ages 20 years and up—or more than 122 million people—have high blood pressure, according to a 2023 report from the American Heart Association. And ...

Normal blood pressure for adult women is less than 120/80 mmHg. Blood pressure may increase with age due to less flexible blood vessels. Exercise and a heart-healthy diet support normal blood pressure ...

Blood pressure is the amount of force your blood uses to push through your arteries. When it’s high, it may impact heart health. Home blood pressure monitors make it easy to stay on top of your stats ...