Hypertension
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There are ways to control hypertension without medication, but be sure to speak with your physician before you go that route.
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Hypertension resource
iVillage
Very thorough hypertension resource, including neat interactive illustrations!
Hypertension overview
Medicine Net
Detailed overview of hypertension or high blood pressure, including a helpful section on causes.
Handling hypertension
Illumistream
Explanation of how blood pressure is measured and ways to help keep hypertension under control.
Hypertension tutorial
National Institutes of Health
Tired of clicking? Sit back and enjoy this interactive hypertension tutorial.
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It may be thought of as a disease of the middle-aged, but hypertension in children is on the rise. Does your pediatrician know the facts?
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Hypertension quiz
American Heart Association
This quiz tests your hypertension knowledge and then explains each answer - a fun way to bone up on high blood pressure.
Your hypertension risk calculator
American Heart Association
Input your blood pressure numbers and height/weight to get a free profile detailing your risks and suggesting lifestyle changes.
Prevention and treatment of hypertension
Healthination
A woman with hypertension tells the story of how she was diagnosed.
Controlling your hypertension
American Academy of Family Physicians
Description of hypertension and lifestyle change recommendations that can help keep your blood pressure in a healthy range.
Hypertension forum
American Heart Association
Use this forum to connect with others who may have hypertension.
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Reducing the cost of hypertension medications
Intellihealth
Prescription drugs for hypertension can really add up. Here are some ways to reduce costs, but be sure to talk them over with your doctor.
Geared to a more seasoned hypertension researcher, this detailed article has a wealth of information about hypertension's classification and treatment.
Summary of hypertension
Mayo Clinic
Helpful introduction to hypertension with sections on treatment and even suggestions for coping.
Medications for hypertension
Health Central
Drugs are commonly prescribed to treat hypertension, but what does each class do? Here's an explanation of that and how they work together.

