DALLAS, May. 28, 2026 - High blood pressure , also known as hypertension, is often called the "silent killer" and it is a disproportionate challenge facing Hispanic and Latino communities.
Among Hispanic and Latino adults, more than half of the men and more than a third of the women are living with high blood pressure. To help them learn more about managing this risk factor, the American Heart Association , the world's leading nonprofit organization focused on changing the future of health for all, is sharing vital information and awareness on how to keep blood pressure in check - starting with simple lifestyle changes.
"In our community, family is everything and taking care of your heart is an act of love for those around you. Scientific research shows us that one of the most important things you can do to be heart healthy is to manage your blood pressure," said Eduardo Sanchez, M.D., FAHA, the chief medical officer for prevention at the American Heart Association.
AHA News (American Heart Association) published a clinical update in Cardiology on 28 May 2026.
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