Stunning as it may sound, nearly half of Americans ages 20 years and up – or more than 122 million people – have high blood pressure, according to a 2023 report from the American Heart Association.

Blood pressure consists of two numbers. Systolic pressure, the force exerted on blood vessels when the heart beats, is the upper number. Diastolic pressure, the force exerted when the heart is at rest ...

Low blood pressure—also known as hypotension—is a serious condition that can affect the blood flow and oxygen to your organs. While normal blood pressure is 120/80 mmHg, low blood pressure is usually ...

According to the American Heart Association, anything above 120/80 mmHg is considered elevated blood pressure, while anything ...

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 ...

About half of American adults have high blood pressure, but low blood pressure may also be cause for concern, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Shaline Rao, MD, a ...

Close review of MRI scans found more intensive high blood pressure treatment (targeted to achieve a systolic pressure less than 120 mm Hg) was more effective than a less-intense treatment goal of 140 ...

Feeling dizzy or faint during pregnancy It could be low blood pressure Read ahead to know from an expert about what’s normal what’s risky and how to manage it safely ...

High blood pressure, the 'silent killer,' silently damages vital organs. It strains the heart, leading to failure and heart attacks. The brain faces stroke and cognitive decline risks. Kidneys suffer ...

New research indicates that rapid blood pressure fluctuations, even with normal average readings, are early signs of brain ...

Lying down while getting your blood pressure taken could result in a more accurate reading, according to new findings presented at the American Heart Association (AHA)'s Hypertension Scientific ...