Blood pressure is the amount of pressure that your blood exerts on the blood vessels in your body. As your heart beats, it contracts and relaxes, pushing blood out of the heart to the arteries, which ...

This type of cuffing season lasts all year long. High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is a common problem that affects about 48% of US adults. An estimated 70% will experience it at some ...

When measuring blood pressure, every small detail matters. One factor often overlooked is arm position and its impact on accuracy. A recent study published in JAMA Internal Medicine reveals that ...

HAMPTON ROADS, Va. (WAVY) — February is American Heart Month, and knowing your blood pressure is a big part of staying healthy. Blood pressure tells a doctor how well your heart is pumping blood ...

According to the American Heart Association, if you're at risk of a heart condition or hypertension, it's important to monitor your blood pressure regularly. There are several at-home blood pressure ...

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 ...

Keeping tabs on your blood pressure is as easy as checking your wrist. Keeping tabs on your blood pressure is one of the smartest things you can do for your heart, especially since high blood pressure ...

If you want accurate blood pressure tracking that you can share with your healthcare providers, this is a very easy and affordable way to do it. By Stan Horaczek Published May 1, 2025 11:51 AM EDT We ...