If your doctor has prescribed medication for hypertension, take it as directed.Have your blood pressure checked regularly as recommended by your healthcare provider.Throughout a woman’s life, factors like pregnancy, birth control and menopause can increase the risk of developing high blood pressure. Other factors, such as diet, exercise and smoking can be addressed through lifestyle changes to reduce your risk for high blood pressure.Īfter 65, women are more likely than men to get high blood pressure. You can't control some risk factors, such as age, ethnicity and gender. High blood pressure can be caused by many factors. What can I do to control my blood pressure?
