Excessive drinking was linked to a jump in high blood pressure deaths during the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a new report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. In the report, out ...

According to the National Institute of Health, adults are recommended to get between seven and nine hours of sleep per night.

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Reviewed by Dietitian Annie Nguyen, M.A., RD A gut-healthy diet was linked to a 13% lower risk of high blood pressure in U.S.

The Trump administration eliminated the CDC team that developed national guidelines for prescribing contraception safely for ...

Discover how managing your daily salt intake can significantly impact blood pressure. Learn tips to adjust your diet and ...

The CDC explains that marijuana can make your heart beat faster and cause blood pressure to rise just after you use it. However, long-term use may actually make blood pressure go down somewhat.

Officials have closed off swimming at beaches in at least six states due to high bacteria levels. Here's where those closures ...

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), a normal blood pressure reading is less than 120/80 millimeters of mercury (mm Hg).This includes a systolic pressure reading (the ...

Learn about foods to avoid to keep your blood pressure down, including processed items, pickles, canned soups, and anything ...

Hibiscus, ginger, garlic, cinnamon, and other herbs may help lower blood pressure naturally. Practical tips can help you add ...