Essential hypertension, also known as primary or idiopathic hypertension, is a chronic medical condition characterized by high blood...

Many factors can put you at risk for heart disease. Knowing your risks is the first step to avoiding a heart attack or stroke. Common...

Medical family history accounts for a significant portion of the variance in perceived risk of common diseases such as diabetes, asthma,...

Nearly half of adults (more than 100 million) in the United States have high blood pressure (arterial hypertension). 1 of 3 Americans...

Why do you need to see a primary care physician if you are healthy? Chronic diseases like diabetes, high blood pressure, and heart...