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flag High blood pressure in children as young as seven increases risk of early heart disease death, study finds.

flag A study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association links elevated blood pressure in children as young as seven to a higher risk of premature cardiovascular death later in life. flag Analyzing data from over 37,000 children born between 1959 and 1965, researchers found that higher systolic and diastolic blood pressure at age seven was significantly associated with increased risk of heart disease-related death by midlife. flag The findings suggest that high blood pressure, often seen as an adult condition, may have roots in childhood and underscore the importance of early screening and promoting heart-healthy habits to reduce long-term cardiovascular risks.

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