Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), or atherosclerosis, involves the hardening of the blood vessels by fatty deposits called plaque. Learn how you can lower your risk factors to improve your heart health. Spanish text is included in this document.
Review Date: Friday, March 29, 2013
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This guide will help you talk to your family about kidney disease and its connection to diabetes and high blood pressure, two leading causes of kidney failure which affects African Americans more than other groups.
Review Date: Monday, November 30, 2015
NIH National Kidney Disease Education Program
If you've had a stroke, your risk of having another one is higher than the stroke risk of the average person. Learn what you can do to reduce that risk.
Review Date: Monday, January 28, 2013
American Stroke Association
Enter your blood pressure reading to learn your risk of dying from a heart attack or stroke, and developing heart failure or kidney disease. Learn how lifestyle changes can lower your blood pressure and health risks.
Review Date: Wednesday, January 11, 2012
American Heart Association
Information about at-home high blood pressure monitoring. Includes what happens during blood pressure testing, how blood pressure readings are taken, which readings are normal and abnormal and choosing the best monitoring equipment for your needs.
Review Date: Monday, September 19, 2011
American Heart Association
Try these recipes offered by the American Heart Association's Patient Education program. You won't miss the salt when you taste these dishes.
Review Date: Monday, February 11, 2013
American Heart Association
Learn about preeclampsia and other hypertensive disorders of pregnancy that can be fatal if not diagnosed and managed.
Review Date: Thursday, October 30, 2014
Preeclampsia Foundation
Recently diagnosed with preeclampsia, HELLP syndrome, or other hypertension in pregnancy? Share stories, advice, information and support with other members online.
Review Date: Monday, December 24, 2012
Preeclampsia Foundation
Pregnancy-induced hypertension (PIH), which is also called toxemia or preeclampsia, is a problem that occurs in some women during pregnancy. The signs of PIH include: high blood pressure, swelling that doesn't go away and large amounts of protein in the urine.
Review Date: Tuesday, December 23, 2014
American Academy of Family Physicians
Adopting a healthy lifestyle is critical for the prevention of HBP and an indispensable part of managing it. Think of these changes as a "lifestyle prescription" and make every effort to comply with them.
Review Date: Tuesday, August 14, 2012
American Heart Association
Learn how you can reduce the amount of sodium you consume to help lower your risk for high blood pressure, heart disease, and stroke.
Review Date: Friday, April 15, 2011
American Heart Association
High–sodium diets are linked to increased blood pressure and a higher risk for heart disease and stroke. Take this quiz to test your sodium smarts.
Review Date: Saturday, January 23, 2016
American Heart Association
The DASH diet (Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension) is a balanced eating plan that your family doctor might recommend to help you lower your blood pressure.
Review Date: Sunday, January 04, 2015
American Academy of Family Physicians
Diabetes and high blood pressure can damage the kidneys and lead to kidney disease. African Americans have a higher rate of kidney failure than any other group of people. Learn how you can take preventive measures to guard against kidney disease.
Review Date: Monday, November 30, 2015
NIH National Kidney Disease Education Program
Research has shown that following a healthy eating plan can both reduce the risk of developing high blood pressure and lower an already elevated blood pressure. Read on to learn about the DASH diet plan.
Review Date: Wednesday, January 07, 2015
National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute Information Center
