Most Americans battling high blood pressure reach for prescription medications, but a growing number are finding relief through practices as old as humanity itself. Prayer and meditation—two mindful ...

A new system that combines high-speed video and an artificial intelligence (AI)-powered algorithm may offer quick, no-contact screenings for high blood pressure and Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes without ...

Cardiologists say women can make a meaningful difference in blood pressure by targeting a number of lifestyle habits. Here’s what matters most.

Beetroot juice may lower blood pressure. The effect may last the entire day, so having the juice earlier in the day may be ...

The next time you get your blood pressure checked, expect your medical provider to be a bit more aggressive about high levels. And if you like a glass of wine with dinner or a cocktail on the weekends ...

Last year, a study highlighted that your doctor’s office might be taking your blood pressure wrong. The current best practice is to take seated blood pressure readings with a detailed protocol: ...

*A preliminary study presented at the 2024 American Heart Association Scientific Sessions reveals that an AI-powered tool can identify high blood pressure and diabetes by analyzing brief videos of ...

Alexandria Nyembwe is a registered nurse and health writer. She has worked in street medicine serving populations experiencing homelessness in Skid Row Los Angeles as well as in cardiovascular care in ...