High blood pressure

Heart failure, also known as cardiac insufficiency, is a condition in which the heart is unable to supply the body with sufficient blood and oxygen. There are various causes for this. Around 300,000 people in Austria are affected by heart failure. Read on to find out exactly what heart failure is, what symptoms may occur and what treatment options are available. You will also learn how you can reduce your risk of developing heart failure.

High blood pressure is one of the most common chronic conditions in Austria – according to estimates, around one in four adults is affected. As the condition often causes no symptoms for many years, it frequently goes undetected. However, if left untreated, high blood pressure increases the risk of serious complications such as heart attack, stroke or kidney damage. In this article, you will learn how high blood pressure develops, what signs may indicate it, what treatment options are available, and what you can do yourself to lower your blood pressure and protect your health.