Most people down energy drinks if they want an extra boost. Yet that extra energy boost may translate into small boosts in blood pressure too.

During National Kidney Month in March, The National Kidney Disease Education Program (NKDEP) seeks to raise awareness about kidney health.

Identifying early warning signs should assist doctors in helping their patients avoid future disease. However, it is possible to look too hard – and not really find anything helpful.

High blood pressure is the most important risk factor for stroke that you can change, according to the American Heart Association. A lower pressure may also ward off having additional strokes.

Two of the most common pregnancy complications are pre-eclampsia and high blood pressure during pregnancy. Either condition may mean paying closer attention to your heart later.

Heart disease is one of the leading killers in the United States. Too much salt in your diet is a risk factor for heart disease and other heart problems. So could reducing salt save lives?

It's normal to have a slightly higher blood pressure after giving birth. However, some women are at higher risk than others for longer term blood pressure issues from pregnancy.

African Americans face a higher risk of hypertension, or high blood pressure. Unfortunately, they aren't as likely as others to be prescribed the best medicine to treat the condition.

Controlling blood pressure is important for heart health. A recent study suggested it may also be important for brain heath.

High blood pressure during pregnancy is a serious concern for mothers-to-be. In fact, a pregnant woman with blood pressure problems may even be faced with kidney disease after her baby is born.