Fluctuations in blood pressure over time may be linked to higher sudden cardiac death risk
Nov 19, 2024
Long-term blood pressure variability in middle age may be linked to a higher risk for sudden cardiac death, new research shows.
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AI-powered tool may offer contactless way to detect high blood pressure, diabetes
Nov 11, 2024
Combining high-speed video images of a person's face and hands with a machine learning algorithm could offer a new way to detect high blood pressure and diabetes, research from Japan suggests.
Popular home blood pressure cuffs may not fit millions of adults
Sep 6, 2024
The arms of more than 17 million adults in the U.S. may not fit the cuffs that come with popular home blood pressure machines, causing inaccurate readings, a new study suggests.
Weight-loss surgery may help people with obesity better manage high blood pressure
Sep 5, 2024
Could bariatric surgery be better at controlling high blood pressure in people with obesity than medication or lifestyle changes? A new analysis suggests it is.
1 in 7 kids in US may have blood pressure that's higher than normal
Sep 5, 2024
Preliminary new research estimates about 14% of children and teens in the U.S. have either elevated or high blood pressure.
New cardiovascular risk tool could guide who needs medication for high blood pressure
Jul 15, 2024
A person's short- and long-term risk for cardiovascular disease could be considered when deciding how to treat stage 1 high blood pressure, a new study suggests.
The rules for measuring blood pressure – and why they exist
Jun 25, 2024
Getting an accurate blood pressure reading can be tricky if proper procedures aren't followed. Here's why experts say the guidelines matter.
Even just 1 alcoholic drink a day may increase blood pressure
Jul 31, 2023
Routinely drinking alcohol – in any amount – affects blood pressure as you age, according to a new analysis.
Workplace discrimination linked to high blood pressure risk
Apr 26, 2023
People who feel they are discriminated against at work may face a substantially higher risk of developing high blood pressure, new research shows.
Irregular sleep schedule linked to high blood pressure
Mar 28, 2023
It's not just how long people sleep, but how well they stick to a regular sleep schedule that affects their hypertension risk, new research suggests.
Guidelines Resource Center
The American Heart Association regularly releases guidelines and scientific statements for preventing and treating heart disease and stroke.
What do these guidelines mean for you? Should you change your medications? Should you see a doctor for treatment? How do you know if you’re healthy? You’ll find answers here in the Guidelines Resource Center.