Hypertension: The Silent Killer
Understanding Hypertension and Its Silent Nature Hypertension (high blood pressure) is when the pressure in your blood vessels is too high (140/90 mmHg or higher). It is common but can be serious if not treated. Blood pressure is generated by the force of blood being pumped by the heart through blood vessels, and when this pressure is too high, it forces the heart to work harder than normal. One of the most concerning aspects of hypertension is that it often presents without noticeable...
