Put those pork rinds down and pay attention! The American Heart Association says that more than 121 million grown ups are living with heart failure and clogged arteries! The American Heart Association says that taking medicine is not necessarily the first answer to the problem.  They suggest focusing on a healthier lifestyle, with an emphasis […]

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Actor Lamman Rucker joined Roland Martin on NewsOne Now to discuss the American Heart Association Blood Pressure Awareness Campaign as well as some of his upcoming projects.…

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February is American Heart Month, and Dr. Karla Robinson and Dr. Robert C. Robinson III, from Urban Housecall joined Roland Martin on “NewsOne Now” to share…

Older or younger, you already know you should be working out more. But now, a new study suggests that getting more fit might also reduce…

According to the American Heart Association, more than 40 percent of blacks have high blood pressure (HBP).Though doctors aren’t 100% sure why this is, they…

According to the American Heart Association, one in three adults in the United States has high blood pressure, the rate is higher in African Americans. Find out if you're at risk here.

High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is a very serious condition that affects the blood flow to and from the main arteries from the…

Here are some helpful links to learn more about high blood pressure and how to prevent and treat it.

Below is a reference guide for high blood pressure. Consult the links below for more information about high blood pressure and remember to consult your…