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Hypertension: stop this "silent killer" before a stroke

Johns Hopkins White Papers: Hypertension and Stroke

Each year, The Johns Hopkins Hypertension and Stroke White Paper reports on the most exciting advances and the most useful, current information to help you control your blood pressure and reduce your risk of a stroke.

The Johns Hopkins Hypertension and Stroke White Paper provides a thorough overview of what the medical field knows about managing high blood pressure and preventing one of its major complications--a stroke. If you or a loved one should suffer a stroke, the main text outlines the treatments for improving your chances of recovery. And essential information you need to know if you are caring for someone recovering from a stroke.

The Johns Hopkins White Paper 2008: Hypertension and Stroke
topics include:

  • The latest news on the many dangers of high blood pressure. Read all about them on page 12.

  • How to exercise most effectively to lower your blood pressure. (page 26)

  • The pain medications that can cause blood pressure to rise. (page 6)

  • Warfarin: Maximizing the benefits and minimizing the risks to your health. (page 62)

  • Expert advice on preventing strokes in people with atrial fibrillation: Could we be getting closer to a cure for this dangerous condition? (page 50)

  • Strokes in women vs. men: The differences you need to know. (page 68)

  • What stroke rehabilitation is really like: a detailed insider's view. (page 76)

  • A few complementary ways to lower your blood pressure: Are they worth a try? (page 24)

  • The dangers of "hidden" hypertension. (page 14)

  • MRI vs. CT: Which is better at detecting a stroke? (page 67)

  • ...and much more.

2008 HYPERTENSION AND STROKE

Authors:

Lawrence Appel, M D

Professor, Departments of Medicine, Epidemiology, and International Health

Rafael H Llinas, M D

Assistant Professor, Department of Neurology

ISBN 10: 1-933087-48-X

ISBN 13: 978-1-933087-48-1

But that's not all. Order your copy of The Johns Hopkins White Paper 2008: Hypertension and Stroke now by credit card, and you will also receive a FREE Bonus Gift:

Johns Hopkins Hypertension and Stroke Special Report

Hypertension and Stroke Special Report:
Say No To High Blood Pressure and Stroke

A healthy approach to lower blood pressure

  • Stroke-blocking Vitamins: Promising new research points to certain vitamins that may help lower your stroke risk.
  • Making Sense of Metabolic Syndrome: What you must know to control this deadly cluster of symptoms that affects one in four Americans, to lower your risk of diabetes, coronary heart disease and stroke.
  • The Power of Exercise: A regular exercise program might let your doctor reduce your medication dosage, or possibly eliminate the need for it.
  • Coping with Drug Side Effects: From constipation to headaches, there are many common side effects to blood pressure medications. Learn how to minimize the problems they can cause.
  • The Right Surgeon for Carotid Endarterectomy: In the hands of a skilled, experienced surgeon, this procedure can significantly reduce TIA and stroke risk. Here are 6 questions you must ask any doctor, and the answers you need to hear.
  • New Rules on Sodium and Potassium: Most Americans consume too much salt, which can raise blood pressure, and too little potassium, which can help lower it.

That's right. You'll receive The 2008 Johns Hopkins White Paper: Hypertension and Stroke AND this Special Report, all for only $19.95 (US).

Take charge of your health with the help of our specialists, from a position of knowledge, from facts, not fads. The Johns Hopkins 2008 White Paper: Hypertension and Stroke gives you the most current information on high blood pressure and stroke in one clear, concise report. Your satisfaction is guaranteed; if you don't find The Johns Hopkins 2008 White Paper: Hypertension and Stroke an invaluable guide, simply return the print publication to us and owe nothing. Or, if you have ordered the digital download, just contact Customer Service for a prompt and cheerful refund.

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