Man's heart needs a new valve
May-28-2007
Dear Dr. Donohue: My 71-year-old husband has diabetes, high blood pressure and high cholesterol.
Many With High Blood Pressure Shun Heart-Healthy Diet
May-20-2007
Title: Many With High Blood Pressure Shun Heart-Healthy Diet
Category: Health News
Created: 5/21/2007 2:00:00 AM
Last Editorial Review: 5/21/2007
Combo Drug Caduet Better for High Blood Pressure than Lipitor and Norvasc
May-15-2007
"This is a novel research approach that examines the economic and clinical implications of high blood pressure and cholesterol in the real world"
One-pill program also much less expensive say researchers at American Heart Association Forum May 11, 2007 - Well over half of all senior citizens suffer with high blood pressure and the additional risk factors ...
Malignant pheochromocytoma presenting as a bradyarrhythmia in a dog
May-14-2007
Abstract Abstract Objective: To describe a case of atrioventricular block and syncope secondary to systemic hypertension in a dog with malignant pheochromocytoma.
The Root of the Problem: Dealing with Causes of High Blood Pressure Posted By : Mitamins Team
May-08-2007
It's not possible to avoid all situations that can lead to high blood pressure, but here we'll show you techniques for the treatment of high blood pressure symptoms when they occur.
Effectiveness of first renin inhibitor drug for treating hypertension is limited
May-08-2007
Hypertension is a serious condition affecting millions. There are seven classes of drugs used to reduce blood pressure. Aliskiren is the first of a new class of antihypertensive drugs that works by inhibiting renin. A review of six large clinical trials of aliskiren is being published in the May issue of the American Journal of Hypertension. The authors report that, because of reactive renin secretion, this drug has not been any more effective than those already widely available.
One out of four people don't know they have hypertension
May-08-2007
"High blood pressure is asymptomatic, and that is why screening for hypertension is so important. Periodic health examinations beginning early in life and continuing into old age are the best way to identify patients with hypertension"
High blood pressure is a major risk factor for heart attack, stroke, and renal failure, but one out of four people don't even know they have it.
Liver Stiffness Measurement May Predict Severe Portal Hypertension
May-07-2007
Transient elastography, a technique to measure liver tissue stiffness, may predict severe portal hypertension in patients with hepatitis C virus?related cirrhosis and could be used for screening. (CME)
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Why Is Measuring Blood Pressure Important? Posted By : Paul J Johnson
May-07-2007
Our lives have become fuller and fuller, and the temptations of modern convenience living has taken its toll on many millions of people in industrialized nations with high blood pressure growing year on year It is also a sad truth that many people are unaware that they are suffering with high blood pressure
Lower Blood Pressure through Stress-Relief Posted By : Mitamins Team
May-07-2007
In the U.S., there is increasing attention on proactive anti-stress techniques as a treatment for high blood pressure symptoms. So, how can we de-stress and lower blood pressure? One way is to follow a 10 Step Stress-Relief and High Blood Pressure Treatment Plan.
Nearly All With Hypertension Are Taking Some Action to Control High Blood Pressure, Survey Shows
May-07-2007
Approximately 98% of adults are taking at least one action to manage their hypertension, and a majority of those surveyed have changed their eating habits, decreased salt use, reduced the consumption of alcohol, started exercising, or started taking antihypertensive medication.
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How to tell if food is high in salt
May-06-2007
Toronto at Noon with Dave Trafford High blood pressure is called the "Silent killer " - those living with high blood pressure are three times more likely to develop heart disease and stroke, and twice as likely ...
Reducing salt intake would eliminate hypertension in one million Canadians
May-08-2007
"Changes to reduce sodium added to food in processing may represent an opportunity to more rapidly improve public health."
Reducing salt intake would eliminate hypertension in one million Study also suggests $430M annual savings in costs OTTAWA, May 8 /CNW Telbec/ - Cutting the average Canadian's salt intake by ...
natural remedies for high blood pressure
May-08-2007
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Cause Of Gender Differences In Blood Pressure, Kidney Damage Under Study
May-07-2007
While men and women both get high blood pressure and related kidney disease, the path to get there is shorter, steeper and just different for men, medical researchers say.
The Cure is Worse Than the Disease?
May-08-2007
...in addition to pain, high blood pressure and discomfort that sends them to the hospital.
Out of the Gate: United Therapeutics up
May-08-2007
Shares of biotechnology company Corp. climbed Tuesday after a Citigroup analyst said its hypertension drug Remodulin has advantages over the industry standard treatment.
Benefits of Exercise in Men, for the Prostate and Sexuality, Reports the Harvard Men's Health Watch
May-06-2007
Protection against heart disease, stroke, diabetes, obesity, hypertension, memory loss, colon cancer, fractures, and depression should be enough to get men exercising.
Doing Enough for High Blood Pressure?
May-03-2007
Title: Doing Enough for High Blood Pressure?
Category: Health News
Created: 5/4/2007
Last Editorial Review: 5/4/2007
Cause of gender differences in blood pressure, kidney damage under study
May-01-2007
While men and women both get high blood pressure and related kidney disease, the path to get there is shorter, steeper and just different for men, researchers say.
Traditional African medicines may hold potential for treating high blood pressure
May-02-2007
Medicinal plants are an integral part of African culture, one of the oldest and most diverse in the world.