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Around 1 in every 8 people in Northern Ireland have high blood pressure and do not realise it.

The problem is largely symptomless and has been dubbed 'the silent killer'

Embryo transfers are carried out during IVF treatment

Fresh embryo transfers do not appear to show the same risks.

People aged 40-75 may have an undiagnosed form of high blood pressure that spikes at night.

Research finds five to 10 minutes daily of a type of strength training for muscles used in breathing can help anyone reduce or prevent high blood pressure. The training can also help elite athletes.

High blood pressure damages arteries that can become blocked and prevent blood flow to the heart muscle. Certain foods and drinks are shown to impact a person’s blood pressure reading, both positively and negatively, with one delicious drink shown to work quickly at helping to lower your reading

Peripheral artery disease affects 8-10 million people in the U.S., most over age 65. But it also affects younger people who have additional risk factors, such as diabetes, smoking, obesity and high blood pressure. Also, 30% of Black Americans will develop peripheral artery disease, compared to 20% each from non-Hispanic…

A senior cardiac nurse has explained the key facts about some unknown high blood pressure symptoms, as the condition - also known as hypertension - isn't always down to stress.

Here are key facts about high blood pressure, also known as hypertension, as explained by a senior cardiac nurse.

Imy Brighty-Potts asks an expert what we really need to know about stress and blood pressure.