Nearly 50 million Americans have high blood pressure. Older women are particularly likely to develop high blood pressure. More than half of all women over age 60 have it. Others who are at a high risk ...

Magnesium may reduce blood pressure by relaxing the blood vessels and counteracting damage to them. However, research is conflicting on how much it can reduce blood pressure, and the ideal form and ...

Managing high blood pressure usually requires a mix of medications and a healthy diet. Certain natural ways to lower blood pressure, such as eating garlic, basil, and other herbs and spices ...

A new study suggests that taking medications to manage high blood pressure, known as antihypertensives, could reduce the risk of dementia in older adults. This finding offers hope for maintaining ...

A study from University of Iowa researchers investigates the impact of low-dose aspirin on blood pressure in older adults. Previous research has shown that high-dose aspirin — especially when used ...

The incidence of hypertension increases with age. Although there is ample evidence regarding the benefit of treating elderly hypertensive patients, resulting in decreases in cardiovascular ...

Medicare does not usually cover the cost of a blood pressure monitor for use at home. However, it may cover ambulatory blood pressure monitoring or a blood pressure monitor for people who are ...

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Hypertension is a major risk factor for cardiovascular disease in both young and elderly persons; therefore, good blood pressure control is at the center of improved cardiovascular health.