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Latest findings and recommendations for preventing and treating high blood pressure, stroke, and the other complications of high blood pressure with lifestyle modifications and medication
As blood circulates, it exerts pressure on the walls of the arteries. Hypertension, or high blood pressure, is characterized by a persistent increase in this pressure, even when a person is at rest. The disorder is one of the most common chronic health problems in the United States. High blood pressure is also the most important risk factor for stroke—the third leading cause of death in the United States and the leading cause of disability—and a major risk factor for heart attacks, heart failure, and kidney disease.
If left untreated, this “silent killer,” as high blood pressure is often called, is a primary cause not only of stroke, but also of coronary heart disease, heart failure, kidney disease, and blindness. Fortunately, in most cases, high blood pressure is easy to diagnose and is usually controllable with lifestyle modifications (such as diet and exercise) and medication.
Because of the close relationship between high blood pressure and stroke, both topics are addressed in this area of Johns Hopkins Health Alerts—and Johns Hopkins experts review the latest findings and recommendations for preventing and treating high blood pressure and stroke. By taking the right steps to avoid high blood pressure or detecting it early and treating it effectively, you can dramatically reduce your risk of stroke and other complications of high blood pressure.
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Our Featured Title:  High blood pressure, or hypertension, gives few warning signs before it erupts with major complications, such as a stroke. Fortunately, in most cases the condition can be easily detected during a regular check-up and can usually be controlled with a combination of diet, exercise, and medication. In the Hypertension & Stroke White Paper, experts at Johns Hopkins explain what you can do to manage high blood pressure in order to prevent stroke, and much more important information. 96 pages. Read more or order the INSTANT PDF DOWNLOAD EDITION Read more or order the PRINT EDITION Related Titles: While heart attack remains the leading cause of death in America, Johns Hopkins specialists have identified a number of steps that can dramatically lower your risk. The Heart Attack Prevention White Paper contains potentially lifesaving strategies for the millions of people with high cholesterol, hypertension (high blood pressure), weight control issues, a sedentary lifestyle, and other known risk factors for heart attack. 88 pages. Read more or order the INSTANT PDF DOWNLOAD EDITION Read more or order the PRINT EDITION The Coronary Heart Disease White Paper reports on the latest life-saving advances for your heart health, to help you prevent or treat coronary heart disease. Topics include preventing first heart attacks; heart attack recovery and its effects on your overall lifestyle and health; preventing a second heart attack; angina; cardiac arrhythmias; and congestive heart failure. 96 pages. Read more or order the INSTANT PDF DOWNLOAD EDITION Read more or order the PRINT EDITION | |
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