New research suggests that high blood pressure during and after exercise is linked to an increased risk of cardiovascular issues later in life.
The study, appearing in the Journal of the American Heart Association, may help clinicians develop new prognostic tools for cardiovascular issues.
Cardiovascular illnesses relate to issues with a person’s heart or blood vessels. According to the American Heart Association (AHA), these can include heart disease, heart attacks, stroke, arrhythmia, and heart valve problems.
A key issue driving cardiovascular diseases is high blood pressure, also known as hypertension. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), high blood pressure is a risk factor for heart disease and stroke,