Why is hypertension referred to as the "silent killer"?

Hypertension, or high blood pressure, is a disease of consequences, not symptoms, says Walter J. Koroshetz, MD, director of the NINDS. Here, he explains how high blood pressure affects your body and future health.

Learn who is more likely to develop high blood pressure, and how to protect your health.

Learn why hypertension in older adults is linked with stroke and dementia.

Managing high blood pressure often combines lifestyle changes with medications. Sticking to your treatment might even save your life.

Learn about high blood pressure and find out what you can do to bring your numbers down.

Learn about risk factors for high blood pressure and what you can do about them.