02/26/2026
FEBRUARY: American Heart Month is a reminder to know your
blood pressure numbers and take steps to keep
them under control. Start with a plan that fits your
life: MyBPControl.org
Blood Pressure Control Basics
• When your blood pressure numbers are often higher than 130 over 80, it’s called high blood pressure, also known as hypertension.
• Control means keeping your blood pressure consistently below 130 over 80.
• Uncontrolled high blood pressure can lead to heart attack, stroke, kidney damage, and even dementia.
• Every moment your blood pressure is out of control, it’s doing serious harm to your body that you can’t always see.