About Heart Disease
What is heart disease? The term “heart disease” refers to several types of heart conditions. The most common type of heart disease in the United States is…
Measuring Your Blood Pressure
Why you need to measure your blood pressure Measuring your blood pressure is the only way to know whether you have high blood pressure. High blood pressure…
High Blood Pressure Facts
High blood pressure in the United States High blood pressure is common in the United States and increases the risk for heart disease and stroke. Learn more…
Managing High Blood Pressure
Measuring your blood pressure on a regular basis Measuring your blood pressure is an important step toward keeping a healthy blood pressure. High blood pressure often has…
Preventing High Blood Pressure
Practice healthy living habits to help prevent high blood pressure Eat a healthy diet Choose healthy meal and snack options to help you avoid high blood pressure…
High Blood Pressure Risk Factors
Know your risk Risk factors that can increase your risk of high blood pressure include health conditions, your lifestyle, and your family history. Some of the risk…
High Blood Pressure During Pregnancy
What are high blood pressure complications during pregnancy? High blood pressure can also cause problems during and after delivery.12 The good news is that high blood pressure…
Managing High Blood Pressure
Measuring your blood pressure on a regular basis Measuring your blood pressure is an important step toward keeping a healthy blood pressure. High blood pressure often has…
Promoting Eye Health
Eye care specialists in diabetes care Optometrists and ophthalmologists are eye care specialists who play a key role in detecting and treating diabetes-related eye diseases. These include…
Promoting Oral Health
Dentists in diabetes care Dentists and other oral health care providers play a key role in preventing and treating periodontal (gum) disease and other oral health problems….