Blood Pressure Management: Protect Your Heart This Month

High blood pressure is often known as the "silent killer" because it typically has no symptoms until it has caused damage to your heart, kidneys, or brain.

What Do Your Blood Pressure Numbers Mean? - **Normal**: Less than 120/80 mmHg - **Elevated**: 120-129 / Less than 80 mmHg - **Hypertension Stage 1**: 130-139 / 80-89 mmHg - **Hypertension Stage 2**: 140 or higher / 90 or higher mmHg

Tips for Controlling and Reducing Blood Pressure: - Reduce sodium intake in daily meals. - Maintain a regular routine of moderate aerobic exercise. - Avoid tobacco use and limit alcohol intake. - Manage stress through relaxation techniques and proper sleep.

At Piris Medical Center, we evaluate your cardiovascular risk through complete lab testing and ongoing monitoring to keep your blood pressure in a safe range.