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High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is often called a “silent killer” because it usually does not cause clear ...

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In the United States, nearly half of adults have high blood pressure. Known as a “silent killer,” hypertension can contribute to heart attack, stroke and heart failure without ever causing symptoms.