- Blood pressure is the pressure in your blood vessels.
- Blood pressure that is too high increases the risk of cardiovascular disease, such as a heart attack or stroke.
- Important rules to live by are:
- quitting smoking
- getting more exercise
- a healthier diet
- reducing stress
- This lowers your risk.
- Medication to lower blood pressure is not always necessary.
- Dutch healthcare practices in general may differ from what you are used to in your home country. Learn more.
High blood pressure
- Hypertension
- blood pressure