Approximately 30 percent of all adults over the age of 18 have high blood pressure. But only about 54 percent of hypertensive adults are aware of their high blood pressure and only about 11 percent have their blood pressure under control. High blood pressure, high cholesterol and cigarette smoking greatly increase the risk of developing heart disease. High blood pressure and high cholesterol have no symptoms, so getting them checked regularly should be at the top of everyone's list for preventive health care. Get your blood pressure checked at the screening site most convenient to your schedule.
Higher levels require more frequent evaluation and follow-up.
Higher levels require more frequent evaluation. Develop a taste for and select low-fat, high nutrient foods. Engage in planned cardiovascular exercise at least three times a week. If you use tobacco, take advantage of Sindecuse Health Center's new Nicotine Dependence Recovery Program, offering employees and their dependents new strategies and supportive resources for recovery from nicotine addiction.