Under new guidelines, more Americans meet the criteria for high blood pressure | NYGazet

The new guidelines released by the American Heart Association and the American College of Cardiology lower the threshold for hypertension treatment and offer a more personalized approach.

Nearly half of all Americans have high blood pressure – a condition called hypertension. Hypertension is the No. 1 risk factor for heart disease and stroke. In addition, hypertension increases risk of dementia and cognitive decline. Heart disease, st... [7430 chars]