Blood Pressure & Diabetes

Introduction 

Research has shown that good management of blood pressure is extremely important in decreasing the risk of stroke, heart disease, kidney disease, eye disease and nerve damage in people with diabetes.

• Less than or equal to 130/80 in uncomplicated diabetes
• Less than 125/75 in people with proteinuria (kidney disease)

In this Section

Understanding blood pressure
What causes high blood pressure?
How can I reduce my blood pressure?
How often should I get my blood pressure checked?

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