High blood pressure (hypertension) is defined as a systolic blood pressure of 130 milligrams of mercury (mmHg) or higher and a diastolic pressure of 80 mmHg or higher, or taking antihypertensive medications. It’s a common problem affecting an estimated 121.5 million U.S. adults, and a serious one: High blood pressure plays a major role in […]
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