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Mental health awareness and monitoring high blood pressure

This month is both mental health awareness month and national high blood pressure education month.

High Blood Pressure, or hypertension, is a chronic condition that exists independently from day-to-day stress. Generally, individual moments of tension only temporarily spike blood pressure, and on their own do not contribute to chronic high blood pressure. According to many studies, however, a mix of high blood pressure, sleep deprivation, and a consistently stressful work environment can weaken the circulatory system and increase the risk of heart disease.

This month, we wanted to take a look at different resources that offer tips on maintaining lower stress in the workplace as a means of reducing spikes of high blood pressure.

As always, reach out to the Employee Assistance Program if you need more resources or strategies to improve your mental health on the job or at home.

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