The possibility of being diagnosed with high blood pressure (hypertension) can be an unnerving thought. However, lifestyle adjustments and proper treatment can often effectively improve symptoms or end symptoms altogether. A diagnosis often starts with a simple blood pressure test. Even for healthy adults its important to get their blood pressure checked at least once a year. Nearly half the people diagnosed with hypertension are unaware they have high blood pressure. Dietary changes, proper exercise, reducing stress, and certain medications are effective ways to battle HBP. Talk to your doctor and pharmacist for more information and don’t forget to check your blood pressure!