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  • Hypertension, or high blood pressure, is a risk factor in many diseases, such as heart attack, kidney failure and stroke.
  • Hypertension often doesn’t show any symptoms, so regular check-ups are important.
  • Leading a healthy lifestyle is one of the best ways to both treat and prevent hypertension.

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Reviewed on: 31-08-2011