National High Blood Pressure Awareness Month

May is National High Blood Pressure Education Month, also known as Hypertension Awareness Month. The goal is to raise awareness about high blood pressure, which is also called hypertension, and encourage people to get their blood pressure checked and learn about healthy lifestyle choices that can help manage or prevent it.

Why is this important?
High blood pressure is common: Approximately 47% of adults in the US have high blood pressure.
It’s often “silent”: Many people don’t know they have high blood pressure because it often doesn’t cause noticeable symptoms.
It’s a major risk factor: Uncontrolled high blood pressure can significantly increase the risk of heart disease, stroke, and other health problems.
It’s preventable and manageable: Lifestyle changes like healthy eating, regular exercise, weight management, and stress reduction can help lower blood pressure.

What can you do?

Get your blood pressure checked: The best way to know if you have high blood pressure is to have it measured by a healthcare professional.
Learn about your numbers: Understand what your blood pressure readings mean and how to manage them with your doctor’s guidance.
Make healthy choices: Adopting a heart-healthy lifestyle can help prevent or manage high blood pressure.
Share information: Spread the word about the importance of high blood pressure awareness and prevention