In recognition of American Heart Month, this webinar will address common questions about high #bloodpressure, a leading risk factor for #heartattack, congestive heart failure, atrial fibrillation, and #stroke. Join NYU Langone cardiologist Arthur Z. Schwartzbard, MD as he discusses the types and causes of #hypertension and share strategies to minimize your risk. Cardiologist and moderator, Dennis A. Goodman, MD, will lead the live audience Q&A. Video Chapters: 00:00 Introduction and Coming Events 05:17 Managing High Blood Pressure For a Healthier You 06:10 What is blood pressure, and why is it important for heart health? 07:23 What is essential hypertension? 08:54 How to get your blood pressure checked 10:06 White Coat and Masked Hypertension 10:59 What do current blood pressure guidelines recommend? 13:13 Best Proven Nonpharmacologic Interventions for Prevention and Treatment of Hypertension 14:23 Recommendation for Choice of Initial Medications 17:09 Which medications are most ...