The Link Between Married Couples and High Blood Pressure

A new study has found a high prevalence of high blood pressure, or hypertension, among both husbands and wives in middle-aged and older heterosexual couples in four countries. The research suggests that couples may share hypertension due to similar lifestyle habits and health outcomes. The study highlights the importance of considering couples as a unit when diagnosing and treating high blood pressure, and recommends couple-centered strategies such as scheduling doctor's appointments together and regularly monitoring blood pressure at home. Lifestyle changes, including exercise, healthy diet, stress management, and reducing alcohol intake, can help lower blood pressure and have a significant public health impact.