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Friday, October, 30, 2009

What Are The Health Risks Of Hypertension

Many women struggle to control blood pressure

October 03, 2008
Though many people struggle with high blood pressure, experts say women face unique challenges in controlling hypertension. Women with high blood pressure are more likely to be obese and have high cholesterol levels, are less successful than men at meeting target blood pressure goals, and are less likely than men to receive medications that help keep hypertension in check. In this article, a reporter talks to health experts about lifestyle issues and medications that can help women control blood... Read more »

Expert & Community Posts

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Time to Have Kids Tested, Carefully, for Hypertension
By Craig Stoltz , Health Expert

...same lifestyle changes recommended for adults: a healthy diet, weight management and regular... Read more »

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5 Simple Steps to Reduce High Blood Pressure Without Medication
By Alvin Hopkinson , Health Expert

...lifestyle.   According to The National Institutes of Health, men and women who maintain... Read more »

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What You Can Do To Lower Your Blood Pressure Safely - Simple Yet Effective Tips
By Alvin Hopkinson , Health Expert

...check as you grow older, and lower the risk of other health complications.   Eating about eight... Read more »

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Combat High Blood Pressure with Essential Herbs and Vitamins
By Alvin Hopkinson , Health Expert

...attack, kidney disease or stroke; the three major health diseases resulting from hypertension. ... Read more »

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What is High Blood Pressure?
By Melanie Thomassian , Health Expert

...stroke. It can also lead to kidney failure and other health problems, and therefore it is very... Read more »

Health Guide

Have you or a loved one just been diagnosed with high blood pressure?
...to help you achieve them. Your plan will be unique to you, but may include taking steps to living a healthier lifestyle by eating right and exercising, as well as taking medication to lower your... Read more »
Hypertensive retinopathy
...Irreversible damage to the optic nerve or macula, resulting in vision problems Calling your health care provider Go to the emergency room or call the local emergency number (such as... Read more »
High Blood Pressure, Hypertension Patient Guide
...Clinician’s Handbook of Preventive Services. High Blood Pressure. Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion – Public Health Service. How To Keep Your Blood Pressure Under Control. A... Read more »
Malignant hypertension (arteriolar nephrosclerosis)
...output heart attack angina pulmonary edema kidney failure Calling your health care provider Go to the emergency room or call your local emergency number (such as... Read more »
Hypertensive intracerebral hemorrhage
...pressure should be treated as appropriate. DO NOT stop taking medications unless advised to do so by your health care provider! Read more »

Medications

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...1-800-FDA-1088. In Canada, you may report side effects to Health Canada at 1-866-234-2345.... Read more »

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...1-800-FDA-1088. In Canada, you may report side effects to Health Canada at 1-866-234-2345.... Read more »

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...1-800-FDA-1088. In Canada, you may report side effects to Health Canada at 1-866-234-2345. Read more »

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...1-800-FDA-1088. In Canada, you may report side effects to Health Canada at 1-866-234-2345. Read more »

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...1-800-FDA-1088. In Canada, you may report side effects to Health Canada at 1-866-234-2345. Read more »

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