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A Johns Hopkins study reveals slight arm-position changes during blood pressure tests can falsely elevate readings.

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Traditional blood pressure methods use inflatable cuffs to detect vibrations in your arm’s brachial artery, giving clinicians an estimate of blood pressure. UW cardiologist says smart devices ...

From smartphone apps to watches, there is an increasing number of ways you can check your blood pressure, but some doctors are not ready to endorse them. “They haven’t really been tested ...

People have been urged to get two vital health checks done as soon as they hit 66. An expert recommended getting these free tests sorted as soon as you can to ensure a healthy retirement. For many, ...

While checking blood pressure at home is helpful, it is essential to follow up with a healthcare provider if your readings are consistently too high or too low.