A new study highlights the importance of proper arm positioning during blood pressure measurement to avoid inaccurate readings and potential misdiagnosis of hypertension. Researchers found that ...

Another measurement that can integrate with Apple’s Health app is blood pressure. Here are some of the current options on the market for syncing blood pressure with the Health app on your iPhone.

Low blood pressure can make you feel dizzy. It can happen after eating, when standing up, due to shock or stress, with certain health conditions, and pregnancy. Your blood pushes against your ...

The simplest way to measure your blood pressure at home is to use an automated cuff, which you can purchase online or at most drugstores. The American Heart Association recommends this method.

Possible causes of low blood pressure, or hypotension, range from dehydration to a heart condition. Drinking more water may help, but some people will need medication. Changing dietary habits may ...

Keeping your blood pressure in check isn't just about cutting back on salt. It also means moving more and committing to a more active life. If you're new to exercise, you have a lot of options ...

(This story has been updated with information about a water pressure problem in Alliance.) ALLIANCE ‒ Frigid weather is responsible for low water pressure numerous residents and businesses ...

25, 2024. (Jeffrey Andree/Massachusetts General Hospital via AP) WASHINGTON (AP) — Nothing doctors prescribed controlled Michael Garrity’s dangerously high blood pressure — until they zapped away some ...

Before the arterial blood gas test, they may apply pressure to the arteries in your wrist for several seconds. The procedure, called the modified Allen test, checks that blood flow to your hand is ...