New scientific statement on blood pressure measurement in people
Statement highlights: Oscillometric devices, which use an electronic pressure sensor within the blood pressure cuff, can reduce human error and
Read moreStatement highlights: Oscillometric devices, which use an electronic pressure sensor within the blood pressure cuff, can reduce human error and
Read moreMain Point: Early initiation of menopausal hormone therapy (MHT) improves some markers of cardiovascular disease (CVD) but does not affect
Read moreMain Points: New genetic research provides compelling evidence that low levels of vitamin D have a causal role in the
Read moreMain Point: This study provides the first evidence that foreclosed properties may increase neighbors’ blood pressure. Published in: Circulation Study
Read moreMain Point: High caffeine consumption may lead to severe hypertension in patients taking monoamine oxidase (MOA) inhibitors for atypical depression
Read moreMain Points: Eating a vegetarian diet appears to be associated with lower blood pressure (BP), and the diets can also
Read moreMain Points: Medication to treat high blood pressure (BP) in older patients appears to be associated with an increased risk
Read moreIndividuals with normal BP in the clinic but elevated BP at home are at increased risk of death and cardiovascular
Read moreAngiotensin converting enzyme inhibitors (ACE inhibitors) are a class of antihypertensive drugs. A research published in British Medical Journal (BMJ)
Read moreHigh blood pressure is also known as “Hypertension” in medical terms. In hypertension (or high blood pressure) blood pressure in
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