The hidden factors that can put your health at risk

An episode of House Calls: Real Docs, Real Talk

About half of men and women in the United States struggle with high blood pressure. The rate is even higher among black adults. Social factors like education, income and access to health care significantly impact these rates. Dr. Eduardo Sanchez, chief medical officer for prevention at the American Heart Association, talks with Dr. Yvonne Commodore-Mensah about the vital need to increase access to health care for everyone.

Learn more: The Road to Rural Health