Q. My doctor says that I have borderline hypertension. Should I buy a blood pressure monitor and keep track of it at home?
A. Yes. That’s a smart move for people with hypertension (high blood pressure) or prehypertension, and people at risk for those conditions because of heart disease, diabetes, or other problems. Home monitoring can give your doctor a view of your blood pressure over time and help determine whether your medication is working. Top-rated home monitors from our latest tests include the CVS Premium BP3MV1-3WCVS cuff monitor, $66, and the Omron 7 Series BP652 wrist monitor, $70.
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This article appeared in the May 2014 issue of Consumer Reports on Health.
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