From Library Journal
High blood pressure, or hypertension"the silent killer"is one of the most common and most serious diseases afflicting Americans today. This guide to the treatment regimen of the Cleveland Clinic presents sound advice regarding hypertension therapy. In language accessible to the layman, the authors present extensive information on diagnosis, nondrug therapy, weight control, stress, and cigarette smoking, among other topics. They discuss the severity of the disease, as well as its impact on daily living. Excellent tables, practical how-to information, and a glossary of terminology add to the value of the text. Recommended for public and health science libraries. N. J. Wolfe, Health Sciences Lib., Ohio State Univ., Columbus
Copyright 1986 Reed Business Information, Inc.
Copyright 1986 Reed Business Information, Inc.
