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      Keep High Blood Pressure Under Control
        
            Use these resources in May during High Blood Pressure Education Month and year-long to raise aware about the importance of controlling your blood pressure.
      
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              The Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH) eating plan has been scientifically proven to lower blood pressure.
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