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 ...

If you get a high reading at the doctor's office, it may not be definitive. Here's what to know about your risk — and testing ...

Mild elevations in blood pressure considered to be in the upper range of normal during young adulthood can lead to subclinical heart damage by middle age -- a condition that sets the stage for ...

A new analysis of hypertension guidelines suggests some older adults — mostly women — with slightly high blood pressure could ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. The American Heart Association and the American College of Cardiology issued their first new set of guidelines to help minimize ...

Noozhawk republishes news articles from KFF Health News on national and state health-related issues that affect Santa Barbara County readers.  The patient ...

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 ...

Scientists have discovered a group of brainstem cells that help keep blood pressure stable as the body moves through daily activities.

Many people feel reassured after a routine health check-up when their blood pressure reading appears normal. It often creates ...

A brain mechanism may explain why approximately 40% of people with hypertension continue to have high blood pressure despite taking medication. The discovery reveals potential targets for new ...