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Select high blood pressure from the list provides an easytoread overview of high blood pressure including causes, symptoms, diagnosis and treatment. If your blood pressure reading is higher than normal, your doctor may take several readings over time andor have you monitor your blood pressure at home before diagnosing you with high blood pressure. This handout informs the audience about how to prevent high blood pressure naturally. High blood pressure is blood pressure higher than 14090 mmhg blood pressure is usually measured in millimeters of mercury, or mmhg. High blood pressure is a key risk factor for stroke. This force is necessary to make blood flow, delivering oxygen and nutrients to the body. Its one of the initial signs for many problems including heart disease and stroke.
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View a brochure or pamphlet devoted to a chronic disease. High blood pressure strikes 1 out of 3 black americans one of the highest rates in the world. Of the 67 million american adults who have high blood pressure, 16 million know they have the condition and are receiving treatment, but their blood pressure still remains too high. High blood pressure hypertension brochure the heart foundation. New blood pressure targets and treatment recommendations. Healthy eating for children with high blood pressure by une. Following the steps described will help you prevent and control high blood pressure. Brain risk of stroke heart risk of heart attack kidneys risk of kidney failure because there are often no warning signs or symptoms, high blood pressure is called the silent killer. Blood pressure is the force that pushes blood through your blood vessels.
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