HYPERTENSION

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Feb 28 2025HEALTH

Breathing Lessons: Training Doctors to Tackle Lung Pressure

Imagine being a doctor and having to deal with a condition that makes a person's heart work extra hard to pump blood through their lungs. This is the challenge faced by doctors dealing with pulmonary hypertension. This condition is tricky because it's not just about the lungs, it's about the heart t

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Feb 20 2025HEALTH

High Blood Pressure: The Silent Killer and Why Free Meds Matter

High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a serious issue worldwide. It's the leading cause of death globally, and sadly, most of these deaths happen in countries that are not wealthy. You might be surprised to learn that only a small fraction of people with this condition have it under control. In p

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Feb 19 2025HEALTH

Unmasking High Blood Pressure: The Hidden Forces Around Us

High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a complex issue. It's not just about what's inside our bodies, but also what's happening outside. Environmental Hypertensionology is a new field that's looking at how our surroundings affect our blood pressure. It's like a big puzzle, where each piece is a di

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Feb 19 2025HEALTH

Sleeping In On Weekends: Does It Help Your Blood Pressure?

Hypertension, or high blood pressure, is a big deal. It's a major risk factor for heart disease and stroke, and it's a problem that affects lots of people around the world. We all know that not getting enough sleep during the week can lead to all sorts of health issues, including hypertension. But w

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Feb 19 2025HEALTH

Faith Meets Health: Training Religious Leaders to Tackle High Blood Pressure in Mwanza

Hypertension, or high blood pressure, is a major health concern in Tanzania. It's a big problem because people often don't trust modern medicine and focus more on spiritual health. This is where religious leaders come in. They are well-respected in their communities and can bridge the gap between he

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Feb 15 2025HEALTH

Smoking, Obesity, and High Blood Pressure: A Dangerous Mix

Smoking and obesity are two major health issues that can really mess with your blood pressure. When these two problems team up, they can cause some serious trouble. They can make your blood pressure super hard to control and put you at a much higher risk for heart problems. This is because smoking a

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Feb 13 2025HEALTH

Text Messages and Hypertension: A New Approach to Care

Imagine if you could get a little nudge to live healthier just by reading a text message. That's what researchers wanted to find out when they looked into using text messages to help people with high blood pressure. High blood pressure is a big deal because it can lead to serious heart problems. Doc

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Feb 11 2025HEALTH

Hypertension's Urgent Silent Visits

In Burkina Faso's bustling Ouagadougou, Bogodogo University Hospital witnesses an alarming number of hypertensive emergencies every year. Hydraulic urgencies are a silent and dangerous situation. The hospital and worldwide health practitioners see this emergency as a sudden surge in blood pressur

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Feb 09 2025HEALTH

High Blood Pressure: The Hidden Villain in Rural Communities

High blood pressure (hypertension) is a sneaky health issue. It’s a top risk factor for a lot of health problems, including heart problems, chronic kidney disease, and even dementia. It can silently damage your body for years. This is why catching and managing hypertension early is so essential.

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Feb 06 2025HEALTH

Blood Pressure Blues: How Hypertension Affects Daily Life in Bangladesh

Hypertension is a big deal in Bangladesh. It's a sneaky condition that doesn't show symptoms. It is a major reason people get sick and die early. It is common and can lead to more serious issues like heart disease, strokes, and kidney problems. This means that the way someone feels and functions

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