New blood pressure guidelines mean more of us may have high blood pressure
High blood pressure, often referred to as the “silent killer,” is a leading cause of heart attack and stroke in North America. In fact, it is one of the most common preventable causes of heart disease – which remains the number one cause of death for Americans – second only to smoking. The “high range” for blood pressure was traditionally 140/90 and a cause for concern worth visiting a doctor to discuss. However, recent revisions to the guidelines made by the American Heart A