The source defines hypertension as :"as systolic blood pressure (SBP) of 140mmHg or higher, diastolic blood pressure (DBP) of 90mmHg or higher, and/or taking medicine to reduce blood pressure." * Weighted bases: n (men)= 1,910; n (women)= 1,964.Â
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Hypertension prevalence in England 2003-2024, by gender
Hypertension, or high blood pressure, is a condition that increases a person's chances of suffering from more serious problems such as heart attacks or strokes. In 2024, **Â percent of men and ** percent of women in England were living with hypertension.
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