Over the years, high blood pressure increases your chance of developing heart disease, stroke, kidney failure, diabetes, eye disease and other conditions. About 30% of Australians over the age of 25 have high blood pressure. There are known risk factors in developing heart disease and they are

• leading a sedentary lifestyle (with little or no exercise)

• smoking • being overweight

• a diet with a high salt intake

• high blood cholesterol

• a family history of high blood pressure

• high alcohol consumption

Make a commitment to yourself to have regular health checks and your blood pressure monitored for peace of mind. See your GP today. Waitara Family Medical Practice 02 8038 1070 www.waitaramedical.com