What is Hypertension?
As the American Heart Association explains, “Hypertension occurs when the force of blood pushing against vessel walls is too high. This added pressure causes the heart to work too hard and blood vessels to function less effectively. Over time, the stress damages the tissues within arteries, which can further damage the heart and circulatory system.” Those with hypertension are at a much higher risk for stroke or heart attack.
Taking care of your blood pressure and blood sugars are important aspects to taking care of your health, and can decrease your risk of heart attacks and strokes by 45%. Eating healthier, being active, and drinking water also helps us take control of our health.
(Information retrieved from heart.org)
Hypertension Classes
Hui Mālama Ola Nā ʻŌiwi offers free hypertension classes island-wide for those with a hypertension diagnosis. These 2.5-hour sessions are once a week for three weeks. Learn information about heart disease, hypertension, nutrition, exercise, medication, and self-health management while living with hypertension and heart disease. Classes are lead by a Registered Nurse (RN) and other medical professionals.
Interested in this service? Sign-up here and we will contact you. Or call us at (808) 969-9220.