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High blood pressure, also called hypertension, is known as the "silent killer," because there are often no warning signs that the condition is present, yet it contributes significantly to the number one cause of death in the United States, heart disease. High blood pressure may also cause kidney disease and stroke. It is estimated that one in four adults in America have high blood pressure, putting them at risk for these and other serious conditions. Fortunately, there are steps you can take now to help control your high blood pressure and important information you need to know if you don't currently have high blood pressure -- how to keep it that way. |
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