There are many reasons you may want to track your blood pressure. For starters, it can tell you about your overall cardiovascular health, but it will also help you monitor your risk of heart ...

Xanax can have many side effects, one being low blood pressure. It’s generally not recommended to take Xanax in the long term because of this effect. Follow your doctor’s or pharmacist’s ...

Share on Pinterest Inaccurate high blood pressure readings caused by certain arm positions could lead to misdiagnosis of hypertension. Oscar Wong/Getty Images In a new study, researchers say ...

We tested wrist and arm cuff blood pressure monitors from big-name brands including Boots, Braun and Omron. The best blood pressure monitors provide accurate readings and are user-friendly. Our tough ...

Think back to the last time you had your blood pressure taken. How were you sitting? Where exactly was the cuff? And what specifically was your arm doing? It's such a familiar ritual of going to ...

A new study found that patients who rest their arm on the lap or at their side during a blood pressure reading tend to get inaccurate results. Inaccurate blood pressure readings can lead to healthcare ...

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 ...

High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a serious health concern that affects millions every year, globally. The condition is marked by an increased pace of blood flow through the heart arteries ...

“Most people in the UK have blood pressure that’s higher than the ideal, but as a general guide, normal blood pressure is considered to be between 90/60mmHg and 120/80mmHg,” says Graham ...

What is low blood pressure? Low blood pressure, also known as hypotension, is when your blood pressure is below 90/60mmHg. This does not necessarily mean that there is a problem, but you might need ...