When was the last time you checked your blood pressure? At home? At the doctor’s office? May is National Blood Pressure Education Month and it’s important to know how you can take control of your blood pressure!

Did you know that nearly half of U.S. adults have highblood pressure and many may not even realize it. High blood pressure can be serious when it remains elevated for a long time. It means that the heart is working hard which can damage your arteries and organs. There are steps you can start today to take control of your blood pressure!

Eating right, getting regular exercise, avoiding smoking or alcohol, and managing stress are all ways you can lower your blood pressure and stay healthy.

At Moose Pharmacy, you can find a variety of home blood pressure monitoring kits. Visit us for a complementary blood pressure check with a pharmacist who can help you choose the right monitoring kit for you!

Bullet Points:
• Nearly half of U.S. adults have high blood pressure and many may be unaware of it
• Eating right, regular exercise, avoiding smoking or drinking, and managing stress are all
ways you can lower your high blood pressure. Every small part counts.
• Check your blood pressure at Moose Pharmacy where a pharmacist can help answer
your questions about how to manage your blood pressure!

Resources:
• https://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health-topics/education-and-awareness/high-blood-pressure

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