High blood pressure – sometimes referred to as “the silent killer” because it can do serious heart and brain damage before symptoms appear – is common in adults. But what about children? ...
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In recognition of National High Blood Pressure Education Month, which is sponsored by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), this article features evidence-based education and prac...
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Home blood pressure monitoring can be a good way for you and your doctor to learn how your blood pressure changes during the day. You can use one of two types of blood pressure monitors, and each...
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Did you know that there may be a silent killer on your plate? High blood pressure, high cholesterol, and high blood sugar are still killing the Black community at a disproportionate rate. These d...
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While most laypeople may not have heard of metabolic syndrome, it is estimated that up to one-third of Americans may actually live with this highly concerning cluster of common conditions and ris...
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Our client Taj George of the iconic R&B group SWV is no stranger to a busy lifestyle. In fact, her on-the-go lifestyle and poor eating habits landed her down a long road of struggling with her Hi...
Clinical Researcher, Michelle Bradley Emebo shares her journey with postpartum hypertension. Learn how she manages her blood pressure through nutrition, exercise, and self-care practices like yog...
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Contemplative practices such as yoga, meditation, and mindfulness are becoming increasingly more popular in many urban communities. From yoga studios to retreats, many of us are now starting to g...
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While salt is necessary for your body to function, too much can increase blood pressure. You’re also at a higher risk of heart attacks and strokes. To make things worse, it’s surprisingly eas...
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Persistently high blood pressure can damage the heart. If you have high blood pressure and do nothing about it, you’ll also increase your risk of having a heart attack or stroke. While there ar...
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Did you know? Hypertension is the most predominant risk factor for heart failure in Blacks, and aggressive management of hypertension may substantially reduce the incidence and consequences of he...
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New data shows Black women are dying at younger ages. But what’s the good news? The leading threats to Black women’s health–at least the majority of them–can be prevented. The not-so-grea...
As Jamie Foxx remains in the hospital, more and more details are coming out about what originally sent him to the hospital and what kind of medical scare it actually was. According to multiple re...
Give your heart a boost and prevent cardiovascular diseases like stroke and heart disease by chowing down on superfoods. Aim for foods rich in nutrients, fiber and healthy fats. RELATED: 10 Deli...
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