Dr. Bell explains that the diagnostic threshold for hypertension has changed to 120/80, and both the systolic (top number) and diastolic (bottom number) readings are crucial.
RADIO: Jeannette Jordan-Gibson Radio Show with Dr. Bell
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Dr. Bell explains that the diagnostic threshold for hypertension has changed to 120/80, and both the systolic (top number) and diastolic (bottom number) readings are crucial.
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