Poor sleep linked to heart risks for people with hypertension

High Blood Pressure NEWS AND VIEWS November 19, 2008

Wondering why you're receiving your newsletter today? Well, we switched things up a bit based on your feedback. Please mark the new day on your calendars. Happy reading!   Poor sleep linked to heart risks for people with hypertension Japanese researchers have found that people who have hypertension and get less than the recommended amount of sleep are a higher risk of heart disease and stroke.  Read more> This Week's News See all High Blood Pressure news Low potassium linked to high blood pressure In a multi-ethnic population-based group of 3,303 adults, half of whom were African American, a low potassium level in the urine correlated with high blood pressure, regardless of the level of salt (sodium) in the diet or cardiovascular risk factors.  Read more> Lipoprotein Levels May Predict Women's Hypertension Risk These particles carry cholesterol and triglycerides throughout the body  Read more> Education Program Spurs Blacks to Take Blood Pressure Meds Studies had found blacks twice as likely to skip medicines, compared to whites  Read more> Feel-good music, laughter may help your heart Researchers have found that listening to music that makes you feel good may be a good preventative treatment for your heart.  Read more> Five ways to get a second opinion online Experts say the Internet may offer patients an easier way to have doctors review their case and provide advice.  Read more> Sponsored Health Center Find options for heart valve replacement.  Read more> Quiz of the Week Stress and Your Health Life would be boring without a little excitement, but is too much stress bad for your health? Take our quiz and find out. Today's Poll        Do you get the recommended amount of sleep every night? Your options are: Yes, every night. Sometimes. Never. News You Can Use How to get "medicine smart" Building a relationship with your family pharmacy, asking questions about your meds, and keeping track of the drugs you're taking are all ways to get "medicine smart," experts say. Read more>

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