Hypertension
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Lifestyle changes can help lower high blood pressure and can help anyone with hypertension. Many who make these changes will still need to take medicine. These lifestyle changes can help prevent and lower high blood pressure. Do: Don’t: Reducing hypertension prevents heart attack, stroke and kidney damage, as well as other health problems. Reduce the…
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Key facts Overview Hypertension (high blood pressure) is when the pressure in your blood vessels is too high (140/90 mmHg or higher). It is common but can be serious if not treated. People with high blood pressure may not feel symptoms. The only way to know is to get your blood pressure checked. Things that…
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