Omron Evolv Wireless Blood Pressure Monitor ($60): The portable monitor provides precise clinical readings and features a built-in display that conveniently shows your results. Through Bluetooth ...

For accurate readings, check your blood pressure twice a day, take five minutes to relax, and make sure you're following your monitor's directions.

However, there are times that treatment decisions are based on wide BP variation and/or wide pulse pressure (a large difference between systolic and diastolic BP). Discourage patients from measuring ...

Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, based in Parsippany, New Jersey, issued a voluntary recall on Oct. 7 for some of the prazosin ...

If your doctor has diagnosed you with high blood pressure, what should you know? Tom Miller, MD, explains why hypertension is often called the "silent killer." Learn how high blood pressure is ...

One of the best ways to lower diastolic blood pressure is by changing your diet. The DASH diet (Dietary Approaches to Stop ...

Some libraries in our region have teamed up with the American Heart Association to offer blood pressure monitors on-site.

Blood pressure kits are now available for check-out at five Live Oak Public Libraries across Chatham, Effingham, and Liberty counties.

BOSTON - Dr. Mallika Marshall is answering your medical questions. If you have a question, email her or message her on Facebook or Twitter. Dan writes, "My doctor wants me to check my blood pressure ...

Regular exercise can lower diastolic blood pressure by 5 to 6 points. Quitting smoking may reduce blood pressure and heart-related risks. Getting at least 7 hours of sleep per night can help lower ...