February is American Heart Month.Almost 1 in 2 adults in the United States have high blood pressure, but only half of those people — about 1 in 4 — have the condition under control. This means they’re at higher risk of serious health problems like stroke and heart disease — the number one killer of women in the U.S. The good news? There are simple steps you can take to prevent and manage high blood pressure. Understanding the basics of blood pressure may help you keep yours under control. ​What is blood pressure?Blood pressure is a measure of the force your blood uses to get through your arter...

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