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High Blood Pressure

Thursday, April 16th, 2009

Do you get headaches often? Spells of dizziness at times? Bouts of anxiety?

If you’ve just said yes, then you may be suffering from hypertension.

Hypertension, referred to as the ‘silent killer’ is especially dangerous because it often has no specific warning signs or symptoms. Of those who have high blood pressure, almost 35 percent don’t even know they have it. Fortunately, it is easy to monitor blood pressure by having it regularly checked.

Blood pressure rises and falls throughout the day. When the pressure stays elevated over time, greater than 140/90mmHg, it is then termed high blood pressure.

Why should blood pressure be controlled?
High blood pressure causes the heart to work too hard. It increases the risk of heart disease and stroke. It can damage the eyes, kidneys, liv.... Click to Read More