C NA C L A S S

W HY CH E CK YOUR BLOOD PRE SSURE ?

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W H AT I S B L O O D P R E S S U R E ?
Blood pressure is measured by the amount of force the blood pushes against the arterial walls.

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WH Y IS IT IMPORTA NT ? High blood pressure can be a vital screening in order to check for future health risks. High blood pressure can detect risk factors for a variety of conditions in the earliest stages, which is key in preventing diseases.

For more information visit your healthcare provider to discuss any concerns you have. ! For more information visit the American Heart Association website: www.heart.org
W HAT ARE TH E SY MPTOM S O F H IGH BLO OD PR ESS UR E? There are none. High blood pressure may be a symptom of other serious conditions and that is why it is vital to be screened to detect the condition early.

WH AT AR E T H E RIS K S WI TH H I GH BLOOD PRE S SUR E?

Heart failure! Mini stroke! Stroke ! Dementia ! Kidneys failure

Artery damage and narrowing ! Aneurysm! Coronary Artery Disease!