Beyond the Numbers: Understanding Blood Pressure Measurement and Causes

High blood pressure is one of the most common yet misunderstood health conditions, often progressing silently until serious complications occur. Accurate measurement, early identification of underlying causes, and effective management are essential to reducing long-term risks and protecting overall health.

What to Expect:

• Introduction to Measuring Blood Pressure: Learn how blood pressure is accurately measured for diagnosing and managing hypertension.
• Finding the Cause of Hypertension: Explore new data on testing for underlying causes of high blood pressure, such as the underdiagnosed and treatable condition of primary aldosteronism.
• Lifestyle Factors and Recommendations: Review the evidence behind dietary patterns and other lifestyle factors that can help lower blood pressure and support heart health.

Dr. Lisa Dubrofsky is a nephrologist and hypertension specialist at Women's College Hospital and Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre. She is an assistant professor in the Department of Medicine at the University of Toronto with the job profile of clinician in quality and innovation.

About the Series

Bridging Minds: Health & Science Conversations is a partnership between the Toronto Public Library and Women’s College Hospital. Through monthly discussions led by experts from across different clinical areas and scientific disciplines, this series provides attendees with the opportunity to engage directly with our topics and speakers and empowers communities to navigate health and science topics confidently, inspiring a future of informed decision-making.

Learn more: https://www.womenscollegehospital.ca/bridging-minds/

Reserve Your Spot Today!

This virtual event is free to join but registration is required. Please register on Eventbrite. Once registered, you’ll receive an email with details on how to join the session.

We can’t wait to see you there!