Blood pressure is the force of circulating blood against the walls of your arteries. It's measured in millimeters of mercury (mm Hg) and is usually expressed as two numbers: systolic pressure (top ...

One risk of this is that misclassification could lead to readings being ignored. Another risk is millions could be overmedicated based on false readings or make unnecessary lifestyle changes to manage ...

Monitoring your blood pressure (BP) is crucial for heart and overall health. But with both digital and manual BP monitors available in the market, many people are confused about which one provides ...

According to the American Heart Association, if you're at risk of a heart condition or hypertension, it's important to monitor your blood pressure regularly. There are several at-home blood pressure ...

CHARLESTON COUNTY, S.C. (WCIV) — The American Heart Association is making it easier than ever for Lowcountry residents to track a critical aspect of their health. New, free-to-use blood pressure ...

HONOLULU (KHON2) — According to the American Heart Association, nearly half of adults in the United States have high blood pressure, and many don’t even know it. With February being Heart Month, it’s ...

Dr. Georges Benjamin was shocked when he got his vitals checked before undergoing cataract surgery. His blood pressure, it seemed, had skyrocketed. But after a second check from the blood pressure ...