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Hypertension in adolescents – the race against time

Hypertension or raised blood pressure (BP) was previously rare in children and adolescents, but the prevalence is dramatically changing mainly due to the critical influence of childhood obesity. Ten years ago at the Hypertension Clinic at Groote Schuur Hospital referral of children and adolescents with hypertension was uncommon and usually associated with defined secondary causes, but in the past 10 years we have seen a dramatic increase in referrals. ... » read more

The Hidden Dangers of Salt

Next time you sit down for that delicious restaurant meal, think twice before reaching for the salt shaker! Did you know that ingesting too much salt is a leading contributing factor in the development of hypertension? You may be surprised at some of the following facts and figures. ... » read more