Hypertension
In the UK, about one in five people, at least 10 million, have high blood pressure - or hypertension. Since they don't usually have any symptoms, many say they're not worried about it. But should they be? Blood pressure is the force exerted by ... [... more]
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Hypertension (high blood pressure)
The heart is a pump designed to force blood through our body. Blood is pumped from the heart through the arteries out to our muscles and organs. Every adult over 40 should get their blood pressure checked. Pumps work by generating pressure. Put ... [... more]
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Blood pressure (high)
Persistent high blood pressure (hypertension), if untreated puts you at greater risk of having a heart attack (myocardial infarction) or stroke. The systolic pressure. This is the first and higher measurement. It is a measure of the blood ... [... more]
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