What is blood pressure
Blood pressure is the force of blood against the walls of arteries as the heart pumps it around the body. It's typically measured using two numbers: systolic pressure (when the heart beats) and diastolic pressure (when the heart is at rest). The unit of measurement is usually in millimeters of mercury (mmHg). Normal blood pressure is generally considered to be around 120/80 mmHg. High blood pressure (hypertension) can be a health concern and may require management and treatment.