Dec 24, 2025 · Checking your blood pressure helps you avoid health problems. Learn more about what your numbers mean.

Jun 13, 2024 · Sometimes, low blood pressure can be life-threatening. The causes of low blood pressure include dehydration and other serious medical conditions. It's important to find out …

Oct 16, 2024 · Drinking too much alcohol can raise pressure on the walls of blood vessels to unhealthy levels. Having more than three drinks in one sitting raises blood pressure for a short …

Mar 7, 2024 · High blood pressure is called hypertension. Anxiety doesn't cause long-term high blood pressure. But bouts of anxiety can trigger temporary rises in blood pressure. Temporary …

Jul 23, 2024 · Checking blood pressure at home is an important part of managing high blood pressure, called hypertension. The American Heart Association (AHA) and other organizations …

Jun 19, 2024 · A sudden rise in blood pressure over 180/120 mm Hg is considered a medical emergency, or crisis. It can lead to a stroke. Know the symptoms.

Mar 19, 2025 · Blood pressure tends to go up after menopause. Some healthcare professionals think changing hormones related to menopause may cause blood pressure to rise. Others …

Feb 25, 2025 · Using a blood pressure cuff that's too large or too small can give you blood pressure readings that are not accurate. Your healthcare team should have several sizes of …

Jul 6, 2024 · Devices that measure blood pressure at the wrist may be an option for some people. Know how to position a wrist monitor properly.

Jul 23, 2024 · If you have high blood pressure, you may wonder if you need to take medicine to treat it. But lifestyle changes play a vital role in treating high blood pressure. Controlling blood …