Who is at risk for developing high
blood pressure?
One in three American adults has high blood pressure, including 36 million American women. Many factors affect your risk of developing high blood pressure. Other than being more common the older you get, your risk of developing high blood pressure also increases if you: Are
overweight or obese Don't get enough exercise Have an unhealthy diet Have a family history of high blood pressure Are African American Have
diabetes Have high
cholesterol Drink too much alcohol Click here to learn why African Americans are more likely to develop high blood pressure.
Can hormone therapy and birth control affect blood pressure in women?
While it is unusual, your blood pressure may go up if...
Am I at Risk? 
