Blood Pressure

White coat syndrome is when people feel nervous or anxious around healthcare professionals and this unforeseen anxiety causes a spike in their blood pressure. Here's everything to know about this condition, including how it's diagnosed, the potential causes, treatment options, and some tips on how to overcome it.

Understanding blood pressure (BP) ranges is especially important for people living with cardiovascular disease. Having blood pressure that is either too high or too low can be extremely bad for your health. However, high blood pressure (hypertension) is particularly dangerous, as it can increase a person’s risk of having a heart attack or stroke. Age […]