Experts say that after age 60, aiming for the classic 120/80 blood pressure reading may not be ideal — stability matters more ...

New research from Mass General Brigham suggests that taking a daily multivitamin might help lower blood pressure and reduce ...

Intensive blood pressure reduction can reduce the risk for all-cause dementia in older adults with hypertension, a new study shows. Specifically, treating high blood pressure for as little as four ...

High blood pressure often has no symptoms. However, warning signs like frequent headaches, dizziness, chest discomfort, ...

Checking your blood pressure at home or a local pharmacy can be an effective way to stay proactive about your heart health. However, when you’re not receiving readings in the presence of a doctor, it ...

Elderly people benefit from taking medications to keep their blood pressure low, same as younger folks, a new study says. Systolic blood pressure kept under 130 reduces the risk of heart-related death ...

Elevated blood pressure variability (BPV) is associated with lower cognitive scores in older adults. That link is more profound in older, Black adults, according to a new study. Anisa Dhana, PhD, a ...

Q: I have been confused about what normal blood pressure is for me (or anyone). I know there are some issues on what normal is today, but let us say that normal is 120/80 mm Hg. Does this mean that ...

Scientists have discovered that the hypertension drug rilmenidine mimics the life-extending benefits of calorie restriction ...

DEAR DR. ROACH: I have been confused about what normal blood pressure is for me (or anyone). I know there are some issues on what normal is today, but let us say that normal is 120/80 mm Hg. Does this ...

High blood pressure (hypertension) can be caused by a variety of factors, including your lifestyle, medical conditions, ...

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 ...