When blood pressure dips too low

To avoid feeling dizzy or faint when you first get up in the morning, pump your legs a few times to get your blood flowing before standing up.
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Published: October, 2015

Do you ever feel dizzy or faint when you stand up? Here's one common reason—and what to do about it.

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