
Understanding Blood Pressure Readings - American Heart Association
Aug 14, 2025 · Use our blood pressure chart to learn what your blood pressure levels and numbers mean, including normal blood pressure and the difference between systolic and diastolic.
Home Blood Pressure Monitoring | American Heart Association
Aug 14, 2025 · Who should monitor blood pressure at home? The American Heart Association recommends home monitoring for all people with high blood pressure to help their health care …
What is High Blood Pressure? | American Heart Association
Aug 14, 2025 · Watch video: Is there a difference between hypertension and high blood pressure? Know your numbers. Nearly half of U.S. adults have high blood pressure. Many don’t even know they have …
Know your numbers for better blood pressure management
May 5, 2025 · According to the American Heart Association, people 20 years or older who have normal blood pressure should get a blood pressure check once a year. Home monitoring is recommended …
Blood pressure: What do the numbers mean and why do they matter?
May 2, 2023 · High blood pressure can lead to serious problems, such as heart attacks and strokes. Learn what a normal reading should be and what it means when the numbers are out of range.
# If your blood pressure is high, work with your health-care professional to bring your blood pressure numbers down. High blood pressure can put you at serious risk for stroke and heart disease.
When Blood Pressure Is Too Low - American Heart Association
May 6, 2024 · What is considered low blood pressure? Find out the signs, symptoms, and causes of low blood pressure and how to tell when blood pressure is too low.
High Blood Pressure | American Heart Association
Our Do It Yourself Health Lesson: Understanding Blood Pressure gives you the knowledge and tools to take charge of your numbers, protect your heart, and live a longer, healthier life.
How to Manage High Blood Pressure - American Heart Association
Aug 14, 2025 · If you’re diagnosed with high blood pressure, you should monitor your blood pressure regularly. Knowing your numbers can alert you to changes in your blood pressure and help you see …
The rules for measuring blood pressure – and why they exist
Jun 25, 2024 · Getting an accurate blood pressure reading can be tricky if proper procedures aren't followed. Here's why experts say the guidelines matter.