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What is Hypertension (high blood pressure)?

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Hypertension (high blood pressure)

Hypertension is blood pressure that stays at or above 130/80 mm Hg over time, raising the risk of heart attack, stroke and kidney disease.

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In plain words

High blood pressure rarely causes symptoms, so many people do not know they have it.

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Why it matters

Hypertension is one of the most common weight-related conditions used to qualify for GLP-1 treatment at a BMI of 27 to 29.9.

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Hypertension is blood pressure that stays at or above 130/80 mm Hg over time, raising the risk of heart attack, stroke and kidney disease.

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