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Scientists warn of surprising link between dental health and stroke risk

Traditional risk factors for stroke like high blood pressure and diabetes are widely scrutinised but oral health remains underestimated

The Independent UK · Oct 23, 2025

Why poor sleep and high blood pressure increase the risk of dementia

There are currently estimated to be 982,000 people with dementia in the UK, but more than a third of people with the condition do not have a diagnosis

The Independent UK · Oct 23, 2025

The blood pressure secret: everything you need to know to improve yours – and live a longer, healthier life

It is known as ‘the silent killer’, because many people suffer from high blood pressure without even being aware of it. Here is where your numbers should be, and how to change them for the better

The Guardian - UK · Oct 19, 2025

Researchers uncover stunning effects of music to lower heart rates and blood pressures of ICU patients

Millions of Americans living with high blood pressure, and increased or abnormal heart rate

The Independent UK · Sep 20, 2025

Older adults should avoid this snack to stave off high blood pressure

High blood pressure can raise the risk of heart attacks and strokes

The Independent UK · Sep 19, 2025

More Americans meet criteria for high blood pressure under new guidelines

Nearly half of all Americans have high blood pressure – a condition called hypertension.

The Conversation · Sep 19, 2025

Apple says its new watch can tell if you have high blood pressure. Here’s the truth

About 1.3 billion people worldwide have high blood pressure, but almost half are unaware

The Independent UK · Sep 18, 2025

Could an Apple watch really tell you if you have high blood pressure?

Apple has announced a package of health features, alongside the launch of the new Apple Watch Series 11, including an alert that the wearer may have high blood pressure, also known as hypertension.

The Conversation · Sep 18, 2025

These foods can help slash your risk of stroke

Nearly 800,000 Americans suffer a stroke every year due to high blood pressure and other risk factors

The Independent UK · Sep 16, 2025

I reviewed the Apple Watch Series 11 for a week and this is the feature that blew me away

The Apple Watch Series 11 finally cracks the 18-hour battery life mark. It also introduces a first-of-its-kind high blood pressure alert feature (hypertension) and daily sleep scores. The protective glass is twice as tough as before, and paired with watchOS 26, it's a well-rounded upgrade.

Tom’s Guide · Sep 16, 2025