The pressure is real
High blood pressure is the leading driver of heart disease and stroke and it disproportionately affects Black women, women of color and women in rural and undeserved communities. Release The Pressure centers these truths because it’s time to act!
Our why
Hypertension is more than a health condition—it’s a reflection of disparities in access, stress and care. For women of color and those living in under-resourced communities, high blood pressure is both more common and more dangerous.
Our commitment
to your wellness
- Elevate awareness that hypertension is preventable and manageable.
- Address systemic barriers like poor food access, medical bias and community disinvestment.
- Empower women with practical tools to reduce blood pressure and reclaim their health.
Your hypertension journey
begins now
By committing to your heart health, you’re joining a well-informed community of women just like you, heart health advocates and healthcare providers all contributing to ensure you are supported on your journey.
