This type of cuffing season lasts all year long.

High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is a common problem that affects about 48% of US adults . An estimated 70% will experience it at some point in their lives .

The “silent killer” damages blood vessels, raising the odds you’ll suffer a heart attack, heart failure, stroke, vascular dementia , kidney disease or eye problems. 5

Though it can develop at any age, the risk of high blood pressure increases significantly after the age of 45 .

That’s why physician assistant Ravyn Williams recommends her patients start casually checking their blood pressure at home around the age of 40 — and even earlier if they have a family history of high blood pressure or if they have diabetes, chronic kidney disease or a heart c

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