Lindsay Curtis is a health & medical writer in South Florida. She worked as a communications professional for health nonprofits and the University of Toronto’s Faculty of Medicine and Faculty of ...

If you get a high reading at the doctor's office, it may not be definitive. Here's what to know about your risk — and testing ...

Drinking 6-8 glasses of water a day may help manage high blood pressure that stems from dehydration. However, it's not a perfect treatment on its own.

Q: I was surprised to learn that two of my friends (we are in our mid-40s) take their blood pressure every day. They both say ...

Many people feel reassured after a routine health check-up when their blood pressure reading appears normal. It often creates ...

A new analysis of hypertension guidelines suggests some older adults — mostly women — with slightly high blood pressure could safely hold off on medications if they’re in good health.

Normal blood pressure for adult women is less than 120/80 mmHg. Blood pressure may increase with age due to less flexible blood vessels. Exercise and a heart-healthy diet support normal blood pressure ...