Jackson Area Chapter

>Blood Pressure Checks...Community Health Education

Serving Madison, Carroll, Chester, Crockett, Decatur, Gibson, Hardeman, Haywood, Henderson, Henry and McNairy Counties

Blood Pressure Facts

High Blood Pressure is a constant elevation of blood pressure above the normal limits.

Blood Pressure is the force exerted against the blood vessel walls when the heart pumps.

Blood Pressure is one clue to health of the heart and blood vessels.

High Blood Pressure can be detected easily.

High Blood Pressure can be detected painlessly.

High Blood Pressure can be treated and controlled.

If not controlled, High Blood Pressure can lead to Stroke.

If not controlled, High Blood Pressure can lead to Heart Attack.

If not controlled, High Blood Pressure can lead to Heart Failure.

If not controlled, High Blood Pressure can lead to Kidney Failure.

Consult your physician if you have any questions about your blood pressure.