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American Heart Month: New Blood Pressure Guidelines

The American Heart Association recently endorsed new blood pressure guidelines, which redefine what is considered high blood pressure.
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The American Heart Association recently endorsed new blood pressure guidelines, which redefine what is considered high blood pressure.

Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death in the United States. While heart attacks, stroke, and other ailments strike both women and men, cardiovascular disease is under diagnosed among women.

Knowing your cholesterol, sugar and blood pressure levels is the first step to improving cardiovascular health. The recently endorsed new blood pressure guidelines, which redefine what is considered high blood pressure.

Here to discuss your heart health and take your questions are Adjunct Professor and Cardiologist Dr. Laura Wexler; and Adjunct Professor and UC Health Cardiologist Dr. Donald Wayne

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