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  1. 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.

  2. 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 …

  3. 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 …

  4. 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 …

  5. 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.

  6. # 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.

  7. 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.

  8. 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.

  9. 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 …

  10. 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.