"Did You Know?" - September 7, 2012

September 7, 2012 Nearly 1 in 3 adults have high blood pressure and more than half don’t have it under control. The risks of uncontrolled blood pressure are serious; it contributes to nearly 1,000 deaths a day. A new Million HeartsTM program—Team Up. Pressure Down.—recognizes pharmacists as important partners who can provide education and counseling to patients with high blood pressure.

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