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For high blood pressure (hypertension), a new class of drug, called a vasopeptidase blocker (inhibitor), has been developed. It decreases blood pressure by simultaneously dilating the peripheral arteries and increasing the body's loss of salt.
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More than 150,000 Americans killed by cardiovascular disease are younger than the age of 65 years.
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According to research, pregnant women tend to eat more if carrying a baby boy. Male fetuses may secrete a chemical that stimulates their mothers to step up her energy intake.
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Nearly 31 million adults in America have a total cholesterol level that is more than 240 mg per dL.
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More than 34,000 trademarked medication names and more than 10,000 generic medication names are in use in the United States.