A Closer Look at High Blood Pressure
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Author: The National Pharmaceutical Council; The American Heart Association
Roughly 50 million Americans ages six and older have high blood pressure. Left untreated, high blood pressure can lead to heart disease, kidney disease, and stroke. In this six-page brochure, a joint project between the American Heart Association and NPC, we take a closer look at the factors influencing drug spending for the treatment of high blood pressure.