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High Blood Pressure - Other Treatment

Alternative or complementary medicine treatments that help reduce stress and improve quality of life may have some effect on blood pressure. These treatments include:

Many of the complementary medicine options listed above don't cost much and are probably not harmful. But it is best to work with your doctor when using these other methods along with traditional medical treatments.

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High Blood Pressure in African-Americans

High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, affects African-Americans in unique ways: African-Americans develop high blood pressure at younger ages than other groups in the U.S. African-Americans are more likely to develop complications associated with high blood pressure. These problems include stroke, kidney disease, blindness, dementia, and heart disease. Why is high blood pressure in African-Americans so common? If you are African-American, what can you do to avoid developing...

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Last Updated: April 04, 2011
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