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Rod Brouhard

By Rod Brouhard, About.com Guide since 2006

    Blood Pressure 101

    In five days, this course will define blood pressure, explain how it is measured, help you decide what to do with high or low readings, and give you a list of possible home blood pressure monitors.

    This course includes information on specific conditions as well as general good health.

    * required

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