Dr. Passamani joined the Public Health Service in 1972. His numerous achievements have been recognized by his receipt of the U.S. Public Health Service Commendation Medal in 1984, the U.S. Public Health Service Outstanding Service Medal in 1989 and the U.S. Public Health Service Distinguished Service Medal in 1993. In addition, you should limit portion size and maintain a healthy weight. Blood pressure readings include two numbers, systolic and diastolic, the highest and lowest pressures in the arteries as the heart pumps blood into the system. Blood pressures should be measured after five minutes of sitting quietly and elevated blood pressures should be documented on several occasions before the diagnosis is made.
Blood pressure increases with increasing weight, increasing intake of salt and alcohol.
Heart failure is the inability of the heart to pump blood sufficient to meet the demands of the body. This inability is most commonly sensed as shortness of breath with activity or at rest, and fatigue. It is clear that careful management of heart failure by medication and healthy lifestyle can reduce symptoms and improve survival and reduce need for hospital admission. The medications that have been most helpful in this regard are ACE inhibitors and beta-blockers. Both have been shown to be quite effective in treating this disorder.