Heart disease is more likely if you smoke, are overweight, have diabetes, or have a family history.
To keep your heart healthy, make a plan together with a friend and track your progress.
Remind one another to keep track of your blood pressure, healthy body weight, and exercise.
The Normal, Elevated, & Hypertension Blood Pressure Numbers |
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| Blood Pressure Category | Systolic (upper number) | Diastolic (lower number) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Normal | < 120 mmHg | and | < 80 mmHg |
| Elevated | 120 – 129 mmHg | and | < 80 |
| Hypertension | |||
| Stage 1 | 130 – 139 mmHg | or | 80 – 89 mmHg |
| Stage 2 | ≥140 mmHg | or | ≥90 mmHg |
Links to Great Resources
Please take your blood pressure and discuss it with your doctor.
Free resources from the CDC to ask your care team about:
- Managing My Blood Pressure
Patients can use this printable list of questions to ask their health care team to help them manage their blood pressure. - My Blood Pressure Log
People can use this printable log to keep track of their blood pressure measurements at home. - My First Blood Pressure Visit
Encourage patients to record important blood pressure-related information on this page before their appointments. - The Correct Way to Measure Blood Pressure
Share this graphic with patients, family, and friends to show them the correct way to measure blood pressure.