Q&A: American Heart Month spotlights heart disease risks, including 'silent' high blood pressure

Heart disease remains the leading cause of death in the United States. February is American Heart Month, established in 1964 by President Lyndon B. Johnson to encourage Americans to prioritize and protect their heart health.

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