06 High blood pressure and stroke

Type: Factsheets

Code: 01F6

High blood pressure, or hypertension, usually has no symptoms and, if not treated and kept under control, is one of the major risk factors for stroke. Both lifestyle changes and medication can help to control your blood pressure. This factsheet explains what high blood pressure is, the medications that are most commonly used to treat it and what you can do yourself to lower your blood pressure.

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