Thursday, August 28, 2008

Trying to Manage Your Cholesterol?

HYPERTENSION NEWSLETTER
From WebMD
Week of August 24

In This Issue:
> Repeat Ultrasounds Track the Plaque
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e1iI0Nec4j0F60BSVI0Ek
> Looking for Atherosclerosis Breakthroughs
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e1iI0Nec4j0F60BSVJ0El
> WebMD Member Wants to Stay Off Medication
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e1iI0Nec4j0F60BSVK0Em

Today's Top Story: Trying to Manage Your Cholesterol?
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e1iI0Nec4j0F60BSVL0En
If you're trying to keep your cholesterol numbers in check, take a
look at these simple ways that can help you do just that.
Also See:
> Your Hypertension Report Card
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e1iI0Nec4j0F60BSVM0Eo
> Steer Clear of the Fruit Juices
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e1iI0Nec4j0F60BSVN0Ep
> High School Hypertension
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e1iI0Nec4j0F60BSVO0Eq

HEALTH NEWS HEADLINES

Repeat Ultrasounds Track the Plaque
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e1iI0Nec4j0F60BSVI0Ek
Research shows that repeat ultrasound tests may help identify patients
at high risk of having strokes or heart attacks.
> Also See: Gout Drug Lowers Teen Hypertension
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e1iI0Nec4j0F60BSVP0Er


More Headlines You Shouldn't Miss
> Hypertension a Factor in Aneurysms
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e1iI0Nec4j0F60BSVQ0Es
> Does Vytorin Cause Cancer?
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e1iI0Nec4j0F60BSVR0Et
> California's Anti-Smoking Law Saves Money
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e1iI0Nec4j0F60BSVS0Eu
> B Vitamins Don't Fight Heart Disease
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e1iI0Nec4j0F60BSVT0Ev
> U.S. Obesity Rate Gaining Speed
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e1iI0Nec4j0F60BSVU0Ew

EDITOR'S PICKS

Looking for Atherosclerosis Breakthroughs
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e1iI0Nec4j0F60BSVJ0El
Scientists have made medical advances in the treatment of
atherosclerosis, but the disease persists as a leading cause of
illness and death in the United States.
Also See:
> 10 Stroke Questions for Your Doctor
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e1iI0Nec4j0F60BSVV0Ex
> The Toss-Your-Scale Diet Plan
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e1iI0Nec4j0F60BSVW0Ey
> 10 Secrets That Keep You Exercising
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e1iI0Nec4j0F60BSVX0Ez

More Hot Topics on WebMD:
> Simple Ways to Improve Your Health
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e1iI0Nec4j0F60BSVY0E1
> Wining and Dining the Heart
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e1iI0Nec4j0F60BSVZ0E2

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MEMBERS ARE TALKING

From the Hypertension Support Group message board:
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e1iI0Nec4j0F60BSVb0EB

WebMD Member Wants to Stay Off Medication
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This member previously took medicine to lower her high blood pressure,
but the experience left her feeling so bad she doesn't want to be back
on drugs, preferring instead to treat her BP with diet and exercise.
Sound familiar? Read the complete message and
respond with your comments.

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