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 ...

People suffering from high blood pressure facing a lifetime of pills have been given a boost because a new technique has been developed - which could mean they don’t have to take medication again. NHS ...

The number doctors use to demarcate hypertension keeps going down, a trend applauded by many experts, who point to studies ...

The next time you get your blood pressure checked, expect your medical provider to be a bit more aggressive about high levels. And if you like a glass of wine with dinner or a cocktail on the weekends ...