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By Sharon O'Brien, About.com Guide to Senior Living since 2004

Blood Pressure 101: Why Are Those Numbers Important?

Saturday January 21, 2006
blood pressure machine -Emily Roesly-morg.jpg Knowing your blood pressure can save your life. Here's a guide to understanding how blood pressure is measured, what blood pressure readings mean, and why it's important to understand your blood pressure reading.
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How valuable do you think it is to have your own blood pressure equipment? After all, doctor visits can be few for many…

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