Is High Blood Pressure Really a Big Deal? High blood pressure (HBP), also known as hypertension, may not always show symptoms—but it’s a serious health risk. Often called the “silent killer,” it can quietly damage your organs without any warning signs. What is High Blood Pressure? Blood pressure is the force of blood pushing against your artery walls. A normal reading is...

A transient ischemic attack (TIA), commonly referred to as a “mini stroke,” is a temporary episode of neurological dysfunction caused by a brief interruption in blood flow to the brain. Though symptoms usually resolve within minutes to hours, TIAs are serious warning signs for potential future strokes and demand immediate medical intervention. As the population ages and risk factors...