Medically reviewed by Christopher Lee, MD Key Takeaways Use the bathroom before checking your blood pressure.Avoid smoking, ...

NON-DIABETIC PATIENTS. WELL, IN TONIGHT’S WOMAN’S DOCTOR, KEEPING YOUR BLOOD PRESSURE IN CHECK MAY BENEFIT YOU IN THE LONG RUN BY CUTTING YOUR RISK OF DEVELOPING DEMENTIA. NEARLY HALF OF AMERICAN ...

From smartphone apps to watches, there is an increasing number of ways you can check your blood pressure, but some doctors are not ready to endorse them. “They haven’t really been tested appropriately ...

DETROIT – Blood pressure: There’s a solid chance you’re checking yours wrong. A new study reveals many people may be checking their blood pressure incorrectly. The research, published in Hypertension, ...

Blood pressure readings may not be accurate unless a person’s arm is positioned correctly, a new study suggests. A comparison of blood pressure readings taken while people held their arms three ...

While it's very important for some people to monitor their blood pressure, individuals living in remote or impoverished regions may not have access to an arm-cuff-equipped clinic. A simple and ...

The winter season can affect blood pressure levels. A doctor shares tips for accurate home monitoring and lifestyle changes ...

NORFOLK, Va. — High blood pressure, or hypertension, doesn't come with a warning sign, but it can lead to serious health concerns if left unchecked. "Most people don't really have great control of ...

Every time you visit a physician, you're sure to get a blood pressure check. Local providers say knowing your numbers and taking steps to help prevent high blood pressure are things individuals can ...

During the month of October, the American Heart Association urges Chattanooga to check blood pressure The American Heart Association and Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Chattanooga are ...