Hypertension Videos

Portal hypertension happens when blood pressure rises in a system of veins that carries blood to the liver. Learn about what causes this problem and how your doctor may treat it.

If high blood pressure medications are part of your treatment plan, make sure to follow these general guidelines.

Certain habits during a blood pressure check can result in a false reading. Avoid these mistakes before your next routine exam.

Whether you have high blood pressure or want to avoid it, cut back on these types of foods to make your heart happier.

Are your numbers higher than normal? Here are seven ways to lower your blood pressure and keep your heart healthy.

Roll up your sleeve and slide on that blood pressure cuff. It’s important to check how well your heart pumps blood.

Salt is known for raising your blood pressure. But that’s not all it can do.

Salt has always been public enemy number one for your blood pressure. But is sugar worse?

What does high blood pressure do to your arteries? Find out in this animation.

Jonathan Sackner Bernstein, MD, talks about high blood pressure and its effect on cardiac diseases

Nearly 1 in 3 adult Americans have it. African Americans are especially at risk. Learn why hypertension is called the 'silent killer'.

Jonathan Sackner Bernstein, MD, addresses options and concerns around being on blood pressure medication for life.