Blood pressure: What is it? Why should we pay attention to it?

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Dr. Adam Holt talks managing blood pressure

Dr. Adam Holt talks managing blood pressure



(WITI) -- What is blood pressure and why should we pay attention to it? Dr. Adam Holt, a Family Practice Physician with Wheaton Franciscan Medical Group in Greenfield, joins FOX6 WakeUp with information on managing your blood pressure.

We hear about blood pressure, but what is it? Why should we pay attention to it?


    What are the risk factors for high blood pressure?

    Nearly 1/3 of adults have high blood pressure, but it is more prevalent in:


      How does blood pressure increase?

      These factors contribute to high blood pressure:


        How is high blood pressure controlled?