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blood pressure
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Everyday discrimination negatively affects women’s health
A study of a diverse population of 2,000 women living the United States has found that everyday experiences of discrimination…
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New tip sheet helps clear confusion about hypertension
If you’re confused about standards for managing hypertension in older adults, you’re not alone. When the American Heart Association and…
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New blood pressure guidelines for older adults stir controversy
Adults age 60 and older often struggle to keep their blood pressure in check. Revised guidelines from two leading medical…
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Controversy over blood pressure trial demonstrates danger of relying on press releases
When the headline on a news release begins with “landmark” and includes the words “lifesaving,” “greatly,” and “milestone,” a good…
