The updated guidelines recommend that people keep their systolic blood pressure under a specific number — 130 — to prevent cognitive decline and dementia. (Again, systolic blood pressure is the first ...
The new guidelines encourage patients to reduce or eliminate alcohol consumption entirely, compared with the old guidelines. For people who do want to drink alcohol, the new guidelines recommend that ...
For accurate readings, check your blood pressure twice a day, take five minutes to relax, and make sure you're following your ...
To read your blood pressure measurements, it's important to know what's considered hypertension, and when you should seek ...
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Eyemart Express reports that adults should have yearly eye exams; children need them starting at 6-12 months to ensure ...