Myth 1: "I'm young, hypertension is an old person's problem."

Fact: 13.5% of adults aged 18–44 in China have high BP. Late nights, takeout, and stress age your arteries faster than you think.
Myth 2: "No symptoms = No problem."

Fact: 70% of early-stage hypertension shows ZERO warning signs. By the time you feel dizzy, your heart or kidneys may already be damaged.
Myth 3: "I'll wait until I'm older to check."

Fact: Hardened arteries don't reverse. Starting early doesn't mean meds for life – but starting late definitely makes it harder.
What to do instead: Check your BP 2–4 times a year. Keep a clinically accurate upper-arm blood pressure monitor at home (choose the FDA-cleared models).
