Published Mon, 2011-10-10 17:11; updated 34 weeks ago.

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High blood pressure damages the lining of the blood vessels.

This damage allows fatty deposits to form in the arteries, leading to heart attacks and strokes.

The film includes personal accounts of people affected by cardiovascular disease. It shows how smoking and poor diet, as well as genetic factors, can increase a person’s risk of circulatory problems.