Tag: blood pressure

  • Proper use of blood pressure cuff

    Our patient‑friendly checklist walks you step‑by‑step through how to prepare, measure, and track your readings with confidence.

  • Take Care of Yourself with a Blood Pressure Unit from Graham-Field.   Blood pressure management is one of the most important things we can do to maintain our health and it is essential in preventing heart disease and stroke.  According to The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, nearly half of adults in the U.S. have…

  • Hypertension is the most important preventable cause of heart disease and stroke worldwide. – World Health Organization April 7th is World Health Day. Celebrate by staying on top of your blood pressure. Blood pressure management is one of the most important things you can do to maintain your health. High blood pressure, also referred to as hypertension,…

  • Senior Status: The Rise of Self-Monitoring Among the Elderly at Home

    Most seniors don’t see aging as a crutch to bear. Instead, they are welcoming the next phase of their lives as informed, educated consumers. USA Today and insurance giant United Healthcare conducted a survey on this subject. The results show a positive and optimistic outlook on their golden years. Our aging seniors are more focused on…

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    Approximately one-third of US adults have hypertension, and more than two-thirds of this group are unaware they are affected. Uncontrolled high blood pressure is sometimes called “the silent killer” because high blood pressure frequently harms the body without causing visible symptoms. Left untreated, high blood pressure can lead to stroke, kidney damage, vision loss, memory loss, fluid in the lungs, angina, erectile…