The Latest Breaking News from High Blood Pressure

WHO report reveals hypertension affects 1 in 3 adults worldwide, with nearly half unaware of their condition. Treatment gaps lead to 76 million deaths by 2050. Indian research shows rising prevalence, especially among young adults and those from lower socioeconomic backgrounds. WHO report highlights lifestyle changes, affordable medications, and improved…

Diagnosis of diabetes, high blood pressure and other health conditions could become as simple as shining light into a patient's eyes, researchers say.

Increasing risk of hypertension in India

If you're indulging in too much election coverage, consider meditation, yoga or breathing exercises to help lower your blood pressure, advises Prof Julian Paton

Having conditions such as high blood pressure, excess body fat, and abnormal cholesterol is believed to be a contributing factor.

Ultra-processed foods can increase risk of high blood pressure, Type 2 diabetes, obesity, heart disease and more

A study found a significant association between COVID-19 and the development of persistent high blood pressure.

A new study found that compared to those infected with the flu, those with Covid-19 were more likely to develop hypertension.

Vascular dementia affects around 150,000 people in the UK

Researchers hope the discovery will accelerate development of treatments for the condition.

Hypertension, commonly referred to as high blood pressure, is a non-communicable disease that occurs when there is a sustained elevation in the pressure of the blood that flows through the arteries.