Alexandria Nyembwe is a registered nurse and health writer. She has worked in street medicine serving populations experiencing homelessness in Skid Row Los Angeles as well as in cardiovascular care in ...
February is Heart Month, raising awareness about cardiovascular disease prevention. Heart disease can take on many forms and often has subtle symptoms, includ ...
Most doctors will recommend lifestyle changes and natural ways to lower blood pressure for patients with elevated blood pressure, or mild to moderate hypertension (Stage 1 or Stage 2). If that does ...
Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the U.S. Throughout February, UnityPoint Health will offer the free checks at ...
Despite guideline recommendations and improved access to care, individuals with hypertension are unlikely to measure their ...
Glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonist drugs (commonly referred to as GLP-1 agonists) have become widely prescribed for ...
Eating beets regularly increases your intake of natural nitrates, which can help manage blood pressure levels.
Every time you visit a physician, you're sure to get a blood pressure check. Local providers say knowing your numbers and ...
Use the bathroom before checking your blood pressure. Avoid smoking, caffeine, and exercise at least 30 minutes before measuring blood pressure. Keep a consistent schedule when checking your blood ...
Why it is so dangerous, how it is diagnosed and how to help prevent it High blood pressure was long considered a health problem of middle age, but rates are increasing in children and adolescents, ...