FDA approves renal denervation for high blood pressure

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American doctors finally have a new option for treating high blood pressure (hypertension) that remains insufficiently controlled despite medication and lifestyle changes. The FDA has approved Recor Medical’s Paradise Ultrasound Renal Denervation (RDN) System. The Palo Alto, Calif.-based company’s RDN system is designed to lower blood pressure by denervating the… Continue Reading FDA approves renal denervation for high blood pressure

Whanganui bodybuilder retires with national title

Whanganui bodybuilder retires with national title

Glen Lacy at the NABBA New Zealand Championships. Photo / MAD Media NZ Whanganui bodybuilder Glen Lacy’s time in the sport ended on a high note, winning a national title in his final competition. Lacy, 51, won the Mr New Zealand Over 50 title at the National Association Body Building… Continue Reading Whanganui bodybuilder retires with national title

LaSalle-Peru High School honors Director of Food and Nutrition Services

LaSalle-Peru High School honors Director of Food and Nutrition Services

LaSalle-Peru High School students and staff are excited about the school’s new menus. Director of Food and Nutrition Services Bobby Riahi was honored Wednesday by the LaSalle-Peru High School Board for changing those meals and energizing a part of school life for students. Riahi was in this program since he… Continue Reading LaSalle-Peru High School honors Director of Food and Nutrition Services