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More older adults should be checking blood pressure at home, study suggests
If you’re an older adult, there’s a good chance your blood pressure is high. In fact, according to a new study, nearly half of Americans aged 60 and older have high blood pressure, and many don’t even know it.
What’s more, the study found that less than one-third of older adults with high blood pressure have it under control. That’s a problem, because high blood pressure can lead to heart disease, stroke, and other health problems.
The good news is that there’s an easy way to check your blood pressure at home, and it doesn’t cost much. Home blood pressure monitors are available for as little as $30, and they can be a great way to keep tabs on your health.
If you have high blood pressure, make sure to see your doctor and get it under control. It’s important to keep your blood pressure in a healthy range to lower your risk of serious health problems.
A new study has suggested that more older adults should be checking their blood pressure at home.
High blood pressure is a major risk factor for heart disease, stroke, and other health problems, and yet many people are unaware that their blood pressure is high.
The study, published in the journal JAMA Internal Medicine, looked at data from over 9,000 adults aged 65 and over.
It found that those who checked their blood pressure at home were more likely to have their blood pressure under control than those who did not.
Home blood pressure monitoring is a simple and effective way to keep track of your blood pressure. It can also help you to spot early signs of high blood pressure and to make lifestyle changes to prevent it from progressing.
If you are aged 65 or over, talk to your doctor about whether home blood pressure monitoring is right for you.
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