Adults Aged 18 and Older with High Blood Pressure,^* by Race/Ethnicity and Sex, 2005-2006

^*At the time of examination had a systolic pressure (during heartbeats) of 140 or higher, and/or a diastolic pressure (between heartbeats) of 90 or higher. Rates are not age-adjusted. ↑
^**Estimates for Hispanics should be interpreted with caution; they may not be representative of the entire Hispanic population. ↑
^†Includes Asian/ Pacific Islanders, American Indian/Alaska Natives, persons of more than one race, and persons of other races.↑

Source: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, National Center for Health Statistics, National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey, 2005-2006. Analysis conducted by the Maternal and Child Health Information Resource Center.