One in three U.S. adults has high blood pressure, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. This means the force of blood pushing against their artery walls is too high, which can damage the arteries and greatly increase the risk of heart attack, stroke, heart failure and kidney failure. Lowering systolic blood pressure … Read More
How much do you know about your blood pressure and heart rate? Our cardiologist debunks common myths.
Kidney failure, also called renal failure, is known as a “silent killer.” But you can turn up the volume: Learn five signs of kidney failure and two risk factors for kidney disease to watch out for.
If you have hypertension, your doctor might recommend buying a home blood pressure monitor. Use these tips to take and track accurate and helpful measurements at home.
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