Cardiovascular Disease High Blood Pressure Common Diseases
October, 2023
High Blood Pressure: Decoding the Terms — The American College of Cardiology and the American Heart Association (ACC/AHA) have outlined the following definitions related to blood pressure: ● Normal Blood Pressure — A systolic reading less than 120 mmHg combined with a diastolic reading less than 80 mmHg. ● Elevated Blood Pressure — A systolic […]
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September, 2023
High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is a prevalent yet severe condition that can lead to serious health complications like strokes, heart failure, heart attacks, and kidney damage if left unattended. Almost half of the adult population in the U.S. suffers from hypertension, but only about 47% of these adults have it well managed. […]