What to know about High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)
Georgetown Pediatrics & Family Medicine
JANUARY 24, 2022
The Joint National Committee 2003 defines hypertension as systolic of 140 mmHg and higher or diastolic 90 mmHg and higher. Blood pressure is the pressure of blood “pushing against the walls of your arteries” As blood rushes from your heart to other organs, it helps to replenish nutrients and transport oxygen. What is my goal?
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