How to turn on hypertension alerts on Apple Watch
Apple has steadily expanded the Apple Watch’s health monitoring features over the years, moving beyond fitness tracking into areas that can offer early insight into potential medical concerns. One of the most recent additions is hypertension alerts, which are designed to notify users when their blood pressure trends are elevated over time. While Apple Watches […]
Cardiovascular surgeon with 25 years of experience shares how to measure your blood pressure to get accurate results
Are you measuring your blood pressure correctly? High blood pressure or chronic hypertension is the number one risk factor for deaths globally, affecting more than 1 billion people. Therefore, it is necessary to measure your blood pressure correctly so that you can receive the correct diagnosis and treatment. According to Dr London, when measuring your […]
Cardiovascular surgeon shares how to lower your blood pressure without medication using 2 ‘powerful interventions’
An estimated 1.28 billion adults aged 30–79 years worldwide have hypertension, according to the World Health Organisation. What’s more: an estimated 46 percent of adults with hypertension are unaware that they have the condition. Hypertension (high blood pressure) is when the pressure in your blood vessels is too high (140/90 mmHg or higher). It is […]
Have high blood pressure? Here’s how to lower your risk of heart attack and stroke
Published on 01/09/2025 – 6:00 GMT+2 ADVERTISEMENT Intensive efforts to bring down high blood pressure can lower the risk of heart attack and stroke, a new study has found. High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is a common health issue affecting an estimated 1.28 billion adults ages 30 to 79 worldwide. Left untreated, high […]
How to prevent strokes? Here’s why you must screen for blood pressure from your 20s | Health and Wellness News
Looking at Deepak Shinde, a 32-year-old security guard in Pune, one would not know that he had suffered a brain stroke a week ago. That’s because when he had a paralytic attack and collapsed while on duty, he was rushed to a hospital that had a stroke-ready drill in place. In other words, a CT […]
How to lower blood pressure with simple exercises
High blood pressure, often known as the “silent killer,” can sneak up on us with little to no warning. It’s a significant risk factor for heart disease and stroke, affecting millions worldwide. However, the good news is that we can take charge of our blood pressure with simple exercises. Here are some effective, easy-to-do exercises […]
How to manage high blood pressure level during hot weather?
Controlling blood pressure levels during hot weather is crucial to maintaining good health. High temperatures can lead to dehydration and increased strain on the cardiovascular system, which can in turn affect blood pressure. Here are some tips to help you manage your blood pressure during hot weather:1. Stay hydrated: Dehydration can cause blood pressure to […]
Symptoms, causes and how to respond
According to Dr French, the differences between the two are very subtle with migraine sufferers also often experiencing temporary difficulties with speech and confusion during an attack. However, while the symptoms of a mini stroke tend to feature loss of sensory functions, many migraine symptoms involve sensory alterations which migrate their way down the body. […]