According to the American Heart Association, blood pressure higher than 180/120 mm Hg is considered a hypertensive emergency or crisis, and immediate medical attention is required. This is the case for both men and women. If a womans blood pressure reading is consistently above 130/80 mm Hg, she is considered to have high blood pressure (stage 1) . If her blood pressure reading is consistently above 140/90 mm Hg, she is considered to have stage 2 high blood pressure. It is important to note that high blood pressure is often referred to as the "silent killer" because it may show no symptoms, and early detection is crucial. If left untreated, high blood pressure can lead to serious health problems such as heart disease, heart attack, stroke, and kidney failure. Therefore, it is recommended to have blood pressure checked at least every two years starting at age 18.