City government can and must help San Franciscans prepare for emergencies in order to avoid tragedy where possible and minimize loss of life and property when emergencies occur — Gavin Newsom Copy Share Image
“Most commonly, hypertensive emergencies occur in the setting of uncontrolled or unknown chronic hypertension. Hypertensive emergencies also may develop as secondary hypertension in association with such diverse etiologies as renal vascular disease, sleep apnea, hyperaldosteronism, pheochromocytoma, and pregnancy (preeclampsia).” — Jean-Louis Vincent Copy Share Image
