| Age Group | Percent of Adults | |
|---|---|---|
| Female | Male | |
|
*At the time of examination had a systolic pressure (during heartbeats) of 140mmHg or higher, and/or a diastolic blood pressure (between heartbeats) of 90mmHg or higher; does not include persons taking antihypertensive medication whose blood pressure is controlled.↑ | ||
| Total | 16.2 | 17.3 |
| 20-44 Years | 3.1 | 10.0 |
| 45-64 Years | 20.0 | 20.7 |
| 65 Years and Older | 41.4 | 32.3 |
Information on this page can be found in the print version of Women's Health USA 2010. Suggested Citation: U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Health Resources and Services Administration, Maternal and Child Health Bureau. Women's Health USA 2010. Rockville, Maryland: U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, 2010.
