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'Does blood pressure medication have to be taken forever?'
June 12, 2026 9:30 am
Instead of worrying about whether medication is temporary or permanent, the focus should be on achieving long-term blood pressure control
Why fluctuating blood pressure isn’t enough to disqualify CRPF candidate: Gauhati High Court rebukes medical board
June 08, 2026 5:46 pm
The Gauhati High Court said that there was no finding as to the reason for the fluctuating blood pressure of the CRPF candidate, whether it was due to some disease or it was transient in nature.
'Is 130/70 mmHg for a hypertensive person who is taking medication normal?'
May 26, 2026 9:31 am
A single blood pressure reading does not provide the full picture
Footballer has high BP at 20; executive, 32, has kidney damage: What hypertension does to young Indians
May 16, 2026 5:01 pm
Ahead of World Hypertension Day, two patient stories show how silent hypertension is not only affecting younger adults but quietly damaging vital organs
Diabetologist lists 10 common mistakes secretly spiking your blood pressure readings at home
April 22, 2026 6:00 pm
Checking blood pressure at home is often prone to small errors that can skew readings by up to 20 mmHg. From dangling feet to full bladders, everyday habits can lead to misdiagnosis.
PGIMER’s 12th Annual Research Day: Study flagging major shortcomings in India’s hypertension care system secures 2nd prize in medical specialities’ category
March 08, 2026 9:14 am
The research found that only 13.7 per cent of people with hypertension were taking medication as advised by doctors.
How this hypertension diet helped 52-year-old lower his BP from 150/95 mmHg to 128/82 mmHg
January 20, 2026 3:47 am
Know what to eat, what to limit and why it works
Cardiologist says blood pressure medicines ‘do not work’ unless the ‘root cause’ is addressed: ‘Chasing numbers with drugs ignores why…’
January 09, 2026 6:17 pm
An American cardiologist says blood pressure drugs lower numbers but miss the root cause. Expert explains what really drives hypertension—and when medicines are still necessary.
'Is a blood pressure of 150/80 mmHg dangerous for those who are 65 years and older?'
December 22, 2025 5:28 pm
High blood pressure often has no symptoms. However, warning signs like frequent headaches, dizziness, chest discomfort, shortness of breath, or vision changes should prompt immediate medical advice
'Is it bad to check your blood pressure a lot?'
December 24, 2025 8:54 am
Blood pressure should be checked when symptoms occur, such as persistent headaches, dizziness, chest discomfort, unusual fatigue, or palpitations
HYPERTENSION PHOTOS
What is paediatric hypertension?
January 13, 2026 3:42 pm
Ever wondered what paediatric hypertension is? Here's everything you need to know about it.
Healthy seeds: Why it's important to add these gems in your diet
December 02, 2019 10:54 am
From helping control blood sugar level to lowering blood pressure, seeds and nuts must be a part of a healthy diet. Here we list down some benefits for you. Check them out
From lowering high BP to preventing hair loss: 7 amazing health benefits of black raisins
January 26, 2018 10:41 pm
White raisins are very common, but have you ever heard of black raisins? Made from dried grapes, black raisins have a very sugary taste and a juicy flavour. But more than satisfying your sweet tooth, it has immense health benefits.
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