Strokes are the fifth leading cause of death in the United States. But there are ways you can lower your risk.

During an eye exam, an optometrist may be able to measure the diameter of blood vessels to determine if a person is likely to ...

The band can be worn during the day and night, allowing patients to track blood pressure patterns across a 24-hour cycle.

If you have high blood pressure, getting regular exercise is important -- and your Apple Watch makes it easy to check it.

Purpose Hypertension is a major risk factor for cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases, and home blood pressure ...

A Johns Hopkins study reveals slight arm-position changes during blood pressure tests can falsely elevate readings.

How it matters Blood pressure shows the force of blood pushing against your artery walls. High blood pressure (hypertension) can increase the risk of heart disease, stroke, and kidney problems.

Scientists say that arm position can make a difference during blood pressure readings. A recent trial at Johns Hopkins found slightly lower blood pressure numbers when a person’s arm is lying on a ...

A new method of improving the accuracy of interpreting blood pressure measurements taken at the ankle could be crucial for people who cannot have their arm blood pressure measured.

A new method improving the accuracy of interpreting blood pressure measurements taken at the ankle could be crucial for people who cannot have their arm blood pressure measured.

If you have a history of hypertension, you need an easy at-home blood pressure monitor that keeps a long-term log of your readings.