Members,
May is National High Blood Pressure Education Month. Did you know that 74.5 million people in the United States have high blood pressure or hypertension? Hypertension increases the risk for heart disease and stroke which are both leading causes of death.Here are a few tips to help prevent and control high blood pressure:
-Eat a healthy, balanced diet
-Maintain a healthy body weight
-Participate in regular physical activity
-Quit smoking
-Use stress management techniques
-Check blood pressure regularly and have regular check-ups with your doctor
What will you do for High Blood Pressure Education Month? Check in and let us know what step you made towards a healthier blood pressure!
Samantha, Bilingual Health Educator
