high blood pressure
noun
: abnormally elevated blood pressure especially of the arteries
also
: hypertension
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Nearly half of American adults have high blood pressure, and experts agree that hypertension is a serious public health problem.
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Liz Szabo, Scientific American, 6 June 2024
More than 20% of athletes studied met the criteria for having high blood pressure, which can increase the risk of heart attack, stroke, and kidney disease.
—Dr. Michelle March, ABC News, 6 June 2024
Novant Health will also provide free diabetes and high blood pressure screenings along with other health services provided by First Care Health Clinic, said Ndiaye.
—Myles Manor, Charlotte Observer, 5 June 2024
While many people take prescription medication to treat their high blood pressure, others prefer to use natural methods.
—Allison Futterman, Discover Magazine, 15 May 2024
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Liz Szabo, Scientific American, 6 June 2024
More than 20% of athletes studied met the criteria for having high blood pressure, which can increase the risk of heart attack, stroke, and kidney disease.
—Dr. Michelle March, ABC News, 6 June 2024
Novant Health will also provide free diabetes and high blood pressure screenings along with other health services provided by First Care Health Clinic, said Ndiaye.
—Myles Manor, Charlotte Observer, 5 June 2024
While many people take prescription medication to treat their high blood pressure, others prefer to use natural methods.
—Allison Futterman, Discover Magazine, 15 May 2024
See all Example Sentences for high blood pressure
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“High blood pressure.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/high%20blood%20pressure. Accessed 18 Jun. 2024.
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