Scientists have pioneered a new way to monitor sodium levels in the blood—without drawing a single drop. By combining terahertz radiation and optoacoustic detection, they created a non-invasive system ...

A new optical device called SCOS tracks blood pressure using laser light, offering a cuff-free alternative for continuous ...

Common mistakes in blood pressure measurement can produce dangerously misleading results. Californians call on Donald Trump ...

Researchers have shown, for the first time, that speckle contrast optical spectroscopy (SCOS) can be used for cuffless blood ...

About this study The purpose of this study is to determine if the wrist or forearm is more accurate in blood pressure measurement when the care team is unable to obtain an upper arm measurement in an ...

If you have high blood pressure, getting regular exercise is important -- and your Apple Watch makes it easy to check it.

Maternal cardiometabolic risk factors, including obesity and hypertension, were associated with increased blood pressure among offspring.

Go on, give yourself The Big Squeeze. High blood pressure is a danger in hiding. A quick check can prevent a lifetime of ...

Purpose Hypertension is a major risk factor for cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases, and home blood pressure ...

Taking your blood pressure accurately at home can be tricky. I learned this firsthand after my doctor told me to start doing ...

Exercise can temporarily increase blood pressure or lower it slightly. Learn more about when to talk to your doctor, blood pressure readings, and safety tips.