Hypertension is responsible for the largest burden of cardiovascular disease (CVD) in Australia.1 Even with gradual improvements in awareness and management, a significant proportion of hypertensive adults still fail to achieve recommended blood pressure (BP) targets.2
Learn how blood pressure affects your heart health. Find out what high blood pressure means, how to measure it, and ways to keep it under control.
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Last updated14 April 2025
Last reviewed12 March 2024