High blood pressure may not be noticed
One of the most dangerous aspects of hypertension – or high blood pressure – is that you may not know you have it. In fact, nearly one-third of people who have high blood pressure don't know it.
Employee health fairs, company wellness programs or onsite clinics can help identify employees with high blood pressure so it can be treated and kept under control.
Symptoms of severe high blood pressure include …
- Severe headaches
- Nosebleed
- Fatigue or confusion
- Vision problems
- Chest pain
- Difficulty breathing
- Irregular heartbeat
- Blood in the urine
- Pounding in your chest, neck, or ears
If you or someone you work with has any of these symptoms, see a doctor immediately. You could be having a hypertensive crisis that could lead to a heart attack or stroke.
Meanwhile, companies interested in a wellness fair or onsite clinic should contact Jennifer Carmack at jennifer@physiciansqualitycare.com or 731-984-8400.
