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Systolic BP Target
FRIDAY, Feb. 21, 2025 – Most older adults in the Systolic Blood Pressure Intervention Trial (SPRINT) have a net benefit favoring a systolic blood pressure (BP) target
Rewards of Tight Blood Pressure Control Outweigh Risks, Trial Finds
FRIDAY, Feb. 21, 2025 – The health benefits of aggressive blood pressure control outweigh the potential risks for seniors, according to the latest results from a major clinical trial. About 85% of...
Race-, Gender-Related Microaggression Linked to Higher Postpartum BP
FRIDAY, Jan. 10, 2025 – Experiencing at least one microaggression related to race and gender during or after pregnancy is associated with increased postpartum blood pressure (BP), according to a...
Illinois Study Finds Steep Rise in Serious Complications of Pregnancy
MONDAY, Nov. 25, 2024 — Chronic health problems like high blood pressure, gestational diabetes and obesity have fueled a troubling rise in maternal health issues and birth complications in Illinois, a...
Reducing Sedentary Time, Increasing Standing Does Not Reduce BP
FRIDAY, Nov. 15, 2024 – Reducing sedentary behavior (SB) and increasing standing time at work is not associated with a reduction in blood pressure (BP), according to a study published online Oct. 29...
ASN: Hypertension Most Common Cardiovascular Comorbidity Seen With Dialysis
WEDNESDAY, Oct. 30, 2024 – Hypertension is the most common cardiovascular disease (CVD) comorbidity seen among dialysis patients globally, according to a study presented at Kidney Week, the annual...
Improper Arm Position When Measuring BP Can Overestimate Readings
TUESDAY, Oct. 8, 2024 – Commonly used arm positions (lap and side) for measuring blood pressure (BP) can overestimate readings, according to a study published online Oct. 7 in JAMA Internal...
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