Is High Blood Pressure Really a Big Deal? High blood pressure (HBP), also known as hypertension, may not always show symptoms—but it’s a serious health risk. Often called the “silent killer,” it can quietly damage your organs without any warning signs. What is High Blood Pressure? Blood pressure is the force of blood pushing against your artery walls. A normal reading is around 120... https://www.freedomfromdiabetes.org/blog/post/is-high-blood-pressure-really-a-big-deal/3594