The STOP-or-NOT study of patients undergoing major noncardiac surgery found no difference in the postoperative risk for death or major complications in those who continued or discontinued treatment ...

Many blood pressure medications work better when taken at night rather than in the morning. Taking medications at night may lower the risk of stroke, heart attack, and heart failure more than taking ...

Preventing and managing high blood pressure with healthy lifestyle behaviors, such as following a heart-healthy diet including reducing salt intake, staying physically active, maintaining a healthy ...

An older Black man takes his blood pressure (Photo credit: Shutterstock.com / Prostock-studio) Your doctor prescribed blood pressure medication to protect your heart, but what happens when the cure ...

A new study adds to the evidence that blood pressure medication may offer more benefits if taken before bed instead of in the morning. A combination blood pressure drug led to better blood pressure ...

More than half of Americans aged 40 and over have high blood pressure. There are typically no symptoms, but left untreated, it can be deadly. NPR's Allison Aubrey reports on new recommendations aimed ...

Taking blood pressure meds? Experts explain which foods and drinks can interfere—and how to avoid common mistakes.