Managing high blood pressure starts with what you put on your plate. The DASH diet, developed by leading researchers, offers ...

Nearly half of U.S. adults have high blood pressure, often without knowing it. This 'silent killer' can lead to heart disease ...

If you have high blood pressure, you likely know some precautions to take. Lower your salt intake, get good sleep, engage in exercise and take doctor-prescribed medications, which can all work to ...

There’s mixed evidence that garlic may help lower blood pressure. However, it may not be an effective treatment option for ...

High blood pressure, or hypertension, occurs when your blood presses relentlessly against your artery walls. As this pressure rises, your heart is forced to work harder than usual to pump blood ...

This story first appeared in Healthy You - January 2026, The Gazette’s quarterly health publication. Every time you visit a physician, you’re sure to get a blood pressure check. Local providers say ...

Maggie Aime has over 25 years of experience in healthcare and as a nurse across specialties including oncology, kidney transplant, cardiology, and more. She leverages her rich healthcare experience to ...