Doctor’s Orders: High blood pressure is common, but must be treated
High blood pressure, or hypertension, is all too common in older adults. Analysis of NHANES (National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey) data show that more then 31 percent of people 18 years or older have hypertension; more than half of Americans 60 and older have the condition.
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High Blood Pressure Can Be A Silent Killer
The path to good health includes knowing where you stand when it comes to blood pressure. According to the American Heart Association, one out of every three adults has high blood pressure. It is a problem that can sneak up without you ever knowing it is coming, and it can kill.
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Doctors Can Cause Rising Blood Pressure
Researchers warned recently that doctor’s office visits can cause patients to have a rise in blood pressure, saying it is far worse in someone who already has high levels.
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