Articles for Tag: "blood pressure"

Should you take anti-inflammatories before a workout? 
Should you take anti-inflammatories before a workout?
Do you reach for the bottle before going for a run? An orthopaedic surgeon weighs in with reasons to refrain.
What to expect at your annual checkup 
What to expect at your annual checkup
It’s important to see a primary care provider every year.
Is it possible to reverse hypertension? 
Is it possible to reverse hypertension?
A few small changes may have a big impact.
How to read your blood pressure  Featured
How to read your blood pressure
Understand what the numbers mean for your health.
Have a family history of hypertension? Here’s what to do.  Featured
Have a family history of hypertension? Here’s what to do.
You may also be at a higher risk for other health problems.
What is white coat syndrome? 
What is white coat syndrome?
It affects 10% of patients who go in for a doctor’s visit.
Honesty is the best policy – even at the doctor’s office 
Honesty is the best policy – even at the doctor’s office
Learn how inaccuracies may steer your doctor wrong.