High blood pressure is a serious condition usually with no symptoms. It is possible for someone to have high blood pressure and not know about it until they have developed more serious heart problems. High blood pressure can lead to heart attack or heart failure. Given the risk, it is important to be aware of your health.

Some of these factors, like family history or age, are beyond your control. But there are some factors you have the power to change. Use our Hypertension Risk Assessment to learn whether you are at risk.